The rise in online shopping and the shipment of pandemic-related medical supplies helped boost demand for air cargo. Passenger numbers, however, were down 62% from 2019.
(Anchorage) – Alaskans have a new location to receive REAL IDs. The Alaska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will now process REAL ID applications at the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). “ANC and the DMV are partnering to ensure every Alaskan who wants a REAL ID can get one by October 2020,” said Airport Manager Jim Szczesniak. “It’s important […]
Cargo aircraft at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. Photo by Rob Stapleton/Alaskafoto
More than 3.48 million tons of air cargo landed at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in
2020, a 16% increase over the record setting volumes in 2019.
“The tremendous surge in cargo volumes through ANC has been fueled by an increase in e-commerce, PPE, and displaced belly cargo,” said Airport Director Jim Szczesniak.
“The pandemic has left an indelible mark on the e-commerce landscape, accelerating market growth reaching numbers not forecast to be seen in the U.S. for another two years. We expect our cargo numbers to remain strong into 2021; as the air cargo industry continues to recognize the benefits and efficiencies of ANC; as e-commerce shopping becomes routine; as international travel restrictions continue to displace belly cargo.”
Alaska’s International Airports Respond to Canadian Cruise Restrictions
Aerial view of Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage. Image-Google Maps
(Anchorage, ALASKA) As vaccination numbers increase and summer nears, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are expecting an increase in travelers wanting to experience Alaska.
Nonstop destinations offered at ANC are nearly back to pre-COVID-19 levels with scheduled inbound seat capacity forecast to be up more than 750,000 seats, an increase of 117% versus last summer. Fairbanks is forecast to be up 62,500 seats, a 126% increase over 2020. Regardless of the Canadian restrictions, ANC and FAI are determined to safely bring travelers to Alaska this summer and help Alaska’s tourism economy.