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Anchorage can be best described as the | Anchorage can be best described as the crossroads between Asia and North America. Located approximately halfway between the Pacific Rim and the U.S. Midwest and East Coast on the Great Circle, most heavy freighters make their fuel stop in Anchorage. In addition, both FedEx and UPS have a hub here as well. | ||
Heavy freighters are just one of things that make Anchorage an interesting place to visit for the aviation enthusiast. Here, you will also see classic props and 737 freighters. Nearby Lake Hood floatplane base also offers excellent spotting opportunities. | Heavy freighters are just one of things that make Anchorage an interesting place to visit for the aviation enthusiast. Here, you will also see classic props and 737 freighters. Nearby Lake Hood floatplane base also offers excellent spotting opportunities. | ||
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This is inside the South Terminal, behind security check. It is located on the corner of B and C Concourses, one level up (Level 3) from the main check-in and gate level. Airport directory shows it as “Native Art Collection” on the level 3 mezannine. | This is inside the South Terminal, behind security check. It is located on the corner of B and C Concourses, one level up (Level 3) from the main check-in and gate level. Airport directory shows it as “Native Art Collection” on the level 3 mezannine. | ||
Viewing is through large windows with most facing west and a small area facing north towards the C gates. Lighting is good in the morning through midday. | Viewing is through large windows with most facing west and a small area facing north towards the C gates. Look for Alaska Airlines Combi load and unload at Gate C0 right next the obeservation deck. Lighting is good in the morning through midday. | ||
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===Northwest Cargo Overview=== | ===Northwest Cargo Overview=== | ||
This is a morning spot for Runway 32 departures or Runway 14 arrivals. | This is a morning spot for Runway 32 departures or Runway 14 arrivals. Lighting is good from sunrise to about noon. A medium telephoto zoom (70-300mm) is sufficient for jets and large props, a large telephoto (300 to 400mm) is needed for small props. | ||
Park your car either next to the street or the open dirt area as shown on the map. There are no signs, except the large open dirt area and some airport concrete barriers. Walk along the trail next to the airport fence line for about ¼ mile. As you approach the end of the fence, you will see the Northwest Cargo ramp. Turn left and go up the hill to get an unobstructed view of Runway 32/14. | Park your car either next to the street or the open dirt area as shown on the map. There are no signs, except the large open dirt area and some airport concrete barriers. Walk along the trail next to the airport fence line for about ¼ mile. As you approach the end of the fence, you will see the Northwest Cargo ramp. Turn left and go up the hill to get an unobstructed view of Runway 32/14. | ||
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{{anetlink|1528174}} (Runway 32 departure) | {{anetlink|1528174}} (Runway 32 departure) | ||
{{anetlink|1051844}} (Runway 32 departure) | {{anetlink|1051844}} (Runway 32 departure) | ||
===South Airpark=== | ===South Airpark=== | ||
This is a morning/midday spot for Runway 7 arrivals. | This is a morning/midday spot for Runway 7 arrivals. Lighting is good through mid-afternoon, however, you may be susceptible to heat haze. Plus, some aircraft may turn off early before it taxies by this spot. 70-300mm is sufficient at this spot. | ||
Park your car at the end of S. Airpark Pl. Walk up the hill to the dirt path. You might want to stay near the top of the hill so that the fence won’t obstruct your view. | Park your car at the end of S. Airpark Pl. Walk up the hill to the dirt path. You might want to stay near the top of the hill so that the fence won’t obstruct your view. | ||
Do not drive your car up and park on this dirt path. Just walk up from the street. | Do not drive your car up and park on this dirt path. Just walk up from the street. | ||
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{{anetlink|1288868}} (Runway 7R arrival) | {{anetlink|1288868}} (Runway 7R arrival) | ||
{{anetlink|1133049}} (Runway 7R arrival) | {{anetlink|1133049}} (Runway 7R arrival) | ||
===Point Woronzof / West Access Road=== | ===Point Woronzof / West Access Road=== | ||
This is an afternoon spot for Runway 32 or 14. | This is an afternoon spot for Runway 32 departures or 14 arrivals. Lighting is good from mid-afternoon to evening. This is where most of the signature Anchorage shots are taken. | ||
As you approach this spot on Point Woronzof Road, you will see a gate marked with a warning sign. If there are no emergencies or high threat levels, the gate will be open and you can drive on through. Park your car in the open dirt area on the fence side of the road (but not too close to the fence – there is a sign to remind you). Walk up the path up the hill across the street. | As you approach this spot on Point Woronzof Road, you will see a gate marked with a warning sign. If there are no emergencies or high threat levels, the gate will be open and you can drive on through. Park your car in the open dirt area on the fence side of the road (but not too close to the fence – there is a sign to remind you). Walk up the path up the hill across the street. | ||
Here you can get rotation shot of Runway 32 departures with mountains and the cargo ramp in the background. Or, if Runway 14 is in use, you can get approach and touchdown shots right in front of you. | Here you can get rotation shot of Runway 32 departures with mountains and the cargo ramp in the background. Or, if Runway 14 is in use, you can get approach and touchdown shots right in front of you. | ||
If Runway 32 is in use, either a 70- | If Runway 32 is in use, either a 70-300mm or 100-400mm lens will be useful. Some early rotations will require the extra reach of a 400mm. If Runway 14 is in use, you will be something even wider than 70mm for a side shot of a 747. Other than that, 70mm+ is sufficient here. | ||
You can drive down West Access Road south and seek out other spots along the road – especially if Runway 32 is in use and you prefer an earlier rotation shot. You can park your car anywhere next to the street and explore the view from the various hills along the road. | You can drive down West Access Road south and seek out other spots along the road – especially if Runway 32 is in use and you prefer an earlier rotation shot. You can park your car anywhere next to the street and explore the view from the various hills along the road. | ||
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Alaska Airlines - all types, including 737-400 Combi and freighter. Look for special liveries. Continental Airlines – 737-800/-900. Delta Airlines (Northwest Airlines) – 757-200 | Alaska Airlines - all types, including 737-400 Combi and freighter. Look for special liveries. Continental Airlines – 737-800/-900. Delta Airlines (Northwest Airlines) – 757-200 | ||
FedEx – MD-11F, ATR- | FedEx – MD-11F, ATR-42F, C208, and occasional MD-10F. UPS – 747-400F, MD-11F, 767-300F. Everts Air Cargo – DC-6, C-46, EMB-120. Northern Air Cargo - 737-200F with gravel kit. ConocoPhillips – 737-200 with gravel kit and 737-700. Lynden Air Cargo – L-100 Hercules. Alaska Air National Guard – C-130 Hercules. PenAir – Saab 340. Era Aviation – B1900, DHC-8-100/200. Alaska Central Express – B1900. | ||
Northwest Cargo – 747-200F (through December 2009). China Airlines – 747-400F and Passenger. EVA Air – 747-400F and BCF, MD-11F. Air China Cargo – 747-400F and BCF. China Cargo (former China Eastern Cargo) – 747-400F. Southern Air – 747-200F and -300F both in their own colors and Cargo 360 colors. Atlas Air – 747-200F/-400F. Polar Air Cargo – 747-400F. Cathay Pacific Cargo – 747-400F and BCF. Asiana Cargo – 747-400F. Korean Air Cargo – 747-400F. | Northwest Cargo – 747-200F (through December 2009). China Airlines – 747-400F and Passenger. EVA Air – 747-400F and BCF, MD-11F. Air China Cargo – 747-400F and BCF. China Cargo (former China Eastern Cargo) – 747-400F. Southern Air – 747-200F and -300F both in their own colors and Cargo 360 colors. Atlas Air – 747-200F/-400F. Polar Air Cargo – 747-400F. Cathay Pacific Cargo – 747-400F and BCF. Asiana Cargo – 747-400F. Korean Air Cargo – 747-400F. | ||