# Amchitka West Airfield

> Amchitka Island, US · closed

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| City | Amchitka Island |
| Country | US |
| Type | closed |
| Cargo | ❌ |
| GPS | 51.62904, 178.68641 |

## Description

Amchitka West Airfield was once a strategic air freight and logistics hub located on Amchitka Island in the US. This remote airfield served as a unique point for cargo operations in the Pacific region. Although currently closed, it historically provided essential connectivity to global transportation networks, enabling businesses to interact efficiently with international markets. The airport was equipped with specialized cargo handling capabilities, facilitating the movement of a diverse range of goods, including perishables. Due to its former operational capacity, Amchitka West Airfield played a pivotal role in the air freight industry in the area, supporting various logistics requirements.

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*Freight Academy — Airport Profile: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/amchitka-west-airport-1017](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/airports/amchitka-west-airport-1017)*

*Markdown mirror: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/airports/en/amchitka-west-airport-1017](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/airports/en/amchitka-west-airport-1017)*

*LLM-Summary (JSON): https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/airports/amchitka-west-airport-1017/llm-summary*