December 9, 2020 (ANCHORAGE) – The U.S. Department of Transportation has granted expanded international passenger transfer rights to Alaska’s international airports. ANC is already an air cargo powerhouse, and these new passenger rights will allow airlines the ability to use belly cargo to support routes with passenger service overlaid. The rights also allow foreign airlines to better […]
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Holiday travel tips, during a pandemic
(ANCHORAGE) –Holiday travel looks a lot different this year. If you must travel, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) offers the following tips to help your travel plans go more smoothly. Follow the rules Travelers should familiarize themselves with their destination’s state and local guidelines. If there’s a mask mandate, wear your mask. If social distancing […]
Record ANC air cargo numbers continue to soar in third quarter
(ANCHORAGE) –Nearly 1 million tons of cargo passed through Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in the third quarter this year, a 25 percent increase in cargo tonnage compared to the same quarter of last year. As of the end of September, 2.5 million tons of cargo has touched down at ANC this year, a 13.6 […]
Condor announces 2021 Anchorage flights
(ANCHORAGE) –Today Condor Airlines began selling seats on its 2021 flights between Frankfurt, Germany (FRA) and Anchorage (ANC). Flights will be available Tuesdays beginning May 25, Thursdays beginning June 27, and Saturdays beginning May 22. “We’re very excited to see Condor come back next year and look forward to the return of our other international carriers,” […]
ANC sees record air cargo numbers in second quarter, and named a finalist for Best Cargo Airport in North America
(ANCHORAGE) – Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) saw a 7.38% increase in cargo tonnage in the first half of 2020 and a 14.5% increase in the second quarter compared to the second quarter of last year. The COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced ANC’s prominence in air cargo. So far, more than 1.5 million tons of cargo have […]
Anchorage, Pittsburgh airports partner to boost air cargo operations
Airports to work together to improve air cargo speed and operational efficiency (ANCHORAGE) –Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) have announced plans to work together to better streamline the air cargo supply chain. The agreement between the two U.S. airports will boost sales and marketing efforts at both facilities, with a particular emphasis […]
ANC Promotes Safe Travels Program and Traveler Confidence Plan
(ANCHORAGE) –Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) is well prepared for travelers and the summer travel season. “Safe travel is essential to Alaska’s economy, and the Alaskan way of life,” said Governor Mike Dunleavy. “I’m proud to say our team at ANC and other airports throughout the State of Alaska are helping to protect the health […]
ANC Receives Prestigious National Recognition for Snow Removal Performance
(ANCHORAGE) – Snow removal crews at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) received the Balchen/Post Award, honorable mention, for excellence in the performance of airport snow and ice control from the American Association of Airport Executives for the 2019-2020 snow season. A selection committee of industry experts selected ANC as a top airport from amongst […]
