Receeding of the Mighty Taku Glacier
The mighty Taku Glacier has been our backyard champion glacier, remnants of an Ice Age for tens of thousands of years. For decades, we have showcased glaciers branching from the Juneau Icefield hidden behind the mountains of the Tongass National Forest. The birdseye view from our classic DeHavilland Otter fleet brings perspective of nature’s majesty…
Back-On-Time Guarantee
Your timely return is our priority, and we are experts at it! You can rest assured that we are committed to ensuring you never miss the next leg of your journey. Each of our tours are thoughtfully scheduled with ship schedules in mind, ensuring that you can arrive back to your ship before departure time….
Don Bach Receives The Tony Cestnik Maintenance Award
Five years ago, Don Bach, Director of Maintenance for Wings Airways, received “The Tony Cestnik Maintenance Award” from the Alaska Air Carriers Association. Mr. Bach continues to lead with the highest standards in aviation safety. Please read below from the original 2014 Press Release to learn more! The Alaska Air Carriers Association Awards the 2014 AACA…
Wings Airways Earns Sustainability Certification
July 26, 2019– Juneau-based Wings Airways & the Taku Lodge announced today that they have been designated as an Adventure Green Alaska (AGA) Certified Business. AGA is a voluntary certification program of the Alaska Travel Industry Association (ATIA) for tourism businesses operating in Alaska that meet standards of economic, environmental and social sustainability. “Our team…
Wings Airways Welcomes New Investors, Leaders
A new chapter begins, taking Wings Airways to new heights! With great excitement we share the news of enriched leadership and support through new ownership. The new ownership group is made up of former Alaska Airlines executives Bill Ayer and Joe Sprague. Ayer previously served as chairman and CEO of Alaska Airlines. Also part of…