ADA-72396 Proposal to Extend a State Airport Land Lease at Chitina Airport

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities is seeking public comment on a proposal to extend the lease for Lot 1, Block 1 at Chitina Airport (approximately 16,408 sq ft) for an additional five years. The lease is currently held by Wrangell Mountain Air, Inc., and the extension would allow continued aeronautical use—including an air‑taxi office, vehicle and aircraft parking—under the same terms, with an annual rent of $1,591.58 plus any applicable fees. Because the extension is allowed under AS 02.15.090(c), no competitive bidding is required; the decision will be based on written comments received by the deadline. • Lease extension for 5 years, 16,408 sq ft of airport land • Current lessee: Wrangell Mountain Air, Inc. • Annual rent: $1,591.58 (plus fees) • Authorized uses: air‑taxi operations, vehicle/aircraft parking • No competition – sole‑source extension under state statute • Public comment period ends 11 Sept 2026, 4:30 PM • Contact: Johnna Merculief, Aviation Leasing (907) 451‑2849