# Petersburg James A Johnson Airport (PSG)

> Petersburg, US · 1 mi SE of city center

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## Facts

- **IATA**: PSG
- **ICAO**: PAPG
- **Timezone**: America/Vancouver
- **Runways**: 1
- **Terminals**: 1
- **Official site**: https://dot.alaska.gov/creg/petersburgairport.shtml

## Overview

Petersburg James A. Johnson Airport (IATA: **PSG**, ICAO: **PAPG**) is a state-owned public airport serving the remote fishing community of Petersburg in southeast Alaska. Located about one nautical mile southeast of the central business district, it provides a vital air link for a town with no road access to the outside world, connecting residents, visitors, medical patients, and freight to the broader Alaska and U.S. air networks.[5] The airport is owned and operated by the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities and features a single paved runway, 05/23, which is 6,400 feet long and supports both regional passenger service and general aviation activity.[2][4]

Airline service at Petersburg is supported under the federal Essential Air Service (EAS) program, ensuring scheduled passenger flights despite the small local population and challenging geography.[5] Alaska Airlines is the primary scheduled carrier and operates Boeing 737 aircraft, linking Petersburg with larger hubs such as Juneau and other points in southeast Alaska and beyond.[2][3] In addition to commercial flights, the airport hosts air taxi, general aviation, and occasional military operations, making it a multipurpose facility for the region.[2] Its location on Mitkof Island, proximity to the harbor, and role as a year-round lifeline for mail, cargo, and passengers highlight the airport’s importance within the Alaska coastal aviation network.

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — 2 gates · Alaska Airlines
  A small single-building terminal serves all Alaska Airlines flights and general passenger operations.

## Parking (1)

- **Airport Parking Lot** — Surface lot · Adjacent to terminal

## Ground transport (5)

- **Community / Regional Bus or Van Services** — Bus
  Any shared-ride or community transport options are limited and typically coordinated locally rather than as a regular airport bus line.
- **Hotel or Lodge Shuttle (Selected Properties)** — Shuttle · 5–15 minutes depending on property · Often included for guests or modest fee · Coordinated with reservations and flight times
- **Local Rides or Courtesy Vehicles** — Rideshare · 5–10 minutes · By arrangement · Informal and limited
- **Local Shuttle / Hotel Courtesy Vans** — Shuttle · 5-10 min to downtown lodging · By arrangement
  Some local accommodations or tour operators may offer courtesy or prebooked shuttles; passengers should confirm in advance.
- **Local Taxi Services** — Taxi · 5–10 minutes to downtown Petersburg · Varies by operator · On demand; call-ahead recommended

## Insider tips

- _Weather_: Southeast Alaska’s coastal weather can change quickly, with low clouds, rain, and strong winds frequently affecting Petersburg; allow extra time for potential delays and check for weather-related schedule changes, especially in the fall and winter.
- _Connections_: Most travelers connect through Juneau or other southeast Alaska hubs on Alaska Airlines, so plan itineraries with generous layovers to accommodate weather or operational delays on these short regional segments.
- _Local_: The airport is close to town, but public transit is limited; arrange a taxi, hotel shuttle, or local ride in advance, especially for early morning or late-night flights when services may be sparse.