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Ruby Airport

Ruby, United States

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Ruby Airport

Ruby, United States
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Remote Yukon River village gateway in interior Alaska.

Location
Ruby, United States
Ruby Airport (IATA: RBY, ICAO: PARY) is a small public-use airport serving the village of Ruby, Alaska, located on the south bank of the Yukon River in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. The airport is owned by the State of Alaska and serves as a critical lifeline for this remote community, which has no road connections to the broader Alaska highway system. The airport handles light general aviation and small commuter aircraft, providing essential access for residents, mail, freight, and emergency services. Air travel is the primary means of reaching Ruby, making the airport indispensable to the community's daily life and economic activity.
Terminals
The airport has no formal terminal building; facilities are minimal, consistent with a rural Bush Alaska airport.
Getting to & from
Ground transport within Ruby is limited to local village roads, as the community is not connected to the Alaska road system.
Airlines here
Small regional carriers and air taxi operators serving rural Alaska, such as Ravn Alaska affiliates and local Bush air services, provide scheduled and charter service.
Notable facts
  • ›Ruby is one of Alaska's oldest gold rush communities, and the airport supports its isolated population of roughly 150 residents.
  • ›The airport has a single gravel runway approximately 4,000 feet in length.
  • ›Ruby Airport sits at an elevation of approximately 658 feet above mean sea level.
  • ›The Yukon River serves as an additional seasonal transportation route, supplementing air access in summer and winter.
  • ›The airport is owned and maintained by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities.
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A remote Yukon River gateway connecting Alaska's isolated interior communities

Ruby Airport is a small general aviation facility serving the village of Ruby, a historic gold rush community situated on the south bank of the Yukon River in interior Alaska. The airport plays a vital role in the region's transportation network, as Ruby is not connected to the Alaska road system and air travel is the primary means of reaching the community. It supports essential mail, cargo, and passenger services that sustain life in this remote Athabascan village.

Terminals
  • Ruby Airport Terminal — A basic rural Alaska terminal facility providing minimal covered shelter and essential services for bush flights.
Ground Transport
  • Local taxi or community vehicle by arrangement
  • ATV or snowmobile transport depending on season
  • Walking to village center (approximately 1 mile)
Nearby Hotels
  • Local community lodging (by private arrangement with residents)
  • Ruby Roadhouse (informal lodging, availability varies)
Dining

There are no formal dining facilities at the airport itself. The small village of Ruby has very limited food service options, and travelers are strongly advised to bring their own supplies. Local community members may occasionally offer meals or provisions by prior arrangement.

Traveller Tips
  • Flights to Ruby are typically operated by small bush carriers such as Ravn Alaska or similar regional operators — confirm schedules well in advance.
  • Weather in interior Alaska changes rapidly and flight delays or cancellations are common, so build extra time into any travel plans.
  • Pack all essential supplies including food, water, and cold-weather gear as services in the village are extremely limited.
  • Yukon River ice conditions affect seasonal travel options — confirm whether river travel is viable as an alternative during shoulder seasons.

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Route map (3 destinations)

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Routes

RBY → FAI7H · CNC
RBY → GAL7H · CNC
RBY → TAL8V · CNC
RBY → FAI8V · CNC

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Encyclopaedia

"Enplanements for CY 2023" (PDF, 14KB). 2023 Passenger Boarding and All-Cargo Data. Federal Aviation Administration. October 2, 2023. Archived (PDF) from the original on 14 March 2025.

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