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Northern Pacific arrives at its new home in Anchorage, will launch flights in the spring of 2023

Northern Pacific Airways made this announcement:

An upcoming Anchorage-based, trans-Pacific airline has nearly completed upgrading its leased areas of the North Terminal in the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport.

The ongoing $6 million revitalization project from Northern Pacific Airways is striving to restore the state’s position as a leader in international air servicing. The airport is matching the effort by further investing to improve and modernize public spaces of the terminal.

it’s really exciting to watch the progress we’re making in bringing Alaska to the forefront of
international travel once again,” said Rob McKinney, CEO of Northern Pacific Airways.
“Anchorage used to bustle as an international hub with travelers connecting from Asia, Russia,
and the Lower 48 alike. We’re proud to say that Alaska’s North Terminal now looks the best it
ever has. Visitors will be inspired to stay and explore Alaska, and Alaskans will have easier
access to international travel than ever before.”

N628NP at the gate at ANC.

The main cabin of N628NP.

Photos Northern Pacific.

Aerial: Wikipedia.

Monday’s preview event greeted attendees with a transformed North Terminal featuring a 50-
seat mini-IMAX theater, as well as a 2,800-square-foot lounge and bar area.

The event also provided Alaskans a first look at Northern Pacific Airways’ fleet, showcasing the
detailed work of one of their improved Boeing 757-200s in Anchorage.

The entirety of Northern Pacific’s fleet will remain stored in California until the airline is prepared to launch in the spring of 2023, connecting service between Asia Pacific destinations and major U.S. cities.

Top Copyright Photo: Northern Pacific Airways Boeing 757-2B7 WL N200UU (msn 27809) ONT (Michael B. Ing). Image: 958772.

Northern Pacific aircraft slide show:

Northern Pacific Airways’ Pacific Ocean demonstration tour takes off

Sporting a distinctive livery design, the first of the fleet’s newly refurbished Boeing 757-200s took off from Ontario, California on October 18 to conduct a 4-city, multi-state demonstration tour beginning in California before going on to Hawaii, Northern Marianas Islands, and finally to its new home in Anchorage, Alaska.

At each stop, customers, tourism and airline partners, aviation community guests, and members of the press will have a unique opportunity to learn and ‘get to know’ Northern Pacific Airways’ operation, aircraft and unique business model.

Northern Pacific Airways will touch down in Maui, Hawaii before making its debut at a special event in Saipan, Northern Marianas Islands to meet potential US, Pan Pacific, and other Asian partners.

The aircraft will then fly to the great state of Alaska to participate in a welcome event at Northern Pacific Airways’ new terminal at the Ted Stevens International Terminal in Anchorage, Alaska.

This extraordinary ‘Show & Tell’ tour is part of a greater effort to introduce the airline and its bold vision to a wide range of potential customers and operating partners around the world.

“This first flight is a major milestone for Northern Pacific Airways as it heads toward service launch,” says Rob McKinney, CEO of Northern Pacific Airways. “Northern Pacific Airways will bring the world closer to the Alaskan traditions of freedom, friendship, and exploration with a cost-effective option.”

Northern Pacific Airways will begin service with a fleet of Boeing 757-200 aircraft.

The single-aisle plane is less costly to fly than its wide-bodied counterparts, yet it has a range greater than other aircraft of similar size. The aircraft is well-suited for point-to-point, long-haul flights and has enough space to accommodate each passenger’s carry-on luggage.

About Northern Pacific Airways

Northern Pacific Airways will offer a range of flights around the world through Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska and other soon to be announced hubs.

Top Copyright Photo: Northern Pacific Airways Boeing 757-2B7 WL N200UU (msn 27809) ONT (Michael B. Ing). Image: 958772.

Is Northern Pacific changing its business plan? Files to fly to Mexico

Northern Pacific Airways (Anchorage) may be changing its plans due to the high cost of fuel.

Initially the airline had proposed to fly from the United States to Asia via an Anchorage hub. Operations have yet to begin.

On August 3, 2022, the new airline applied to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for authority to fly to points in Mexico from the U.S.

 

The carrier also stated it wanted to start operations before the end of the year if this new authority is granted.

Operations would be flown with its Boeing 757-200s.

Northern Pacific Airways unveils its first Boeing 757-200 in its livery

Northern Pacific Airways at San Bernardino, CA on January 18, 2022 unveiled its first Boeing 757-200 (757-2B7 N627NP msn 27808, ex American N206UW).

The Northern Pacific Airways livery unveiling event took place on January 18, 2022, at San Bernardino International Airport, in the AeroPro Hangar, Bay 3.

Step-and Repeat Media Interviews took place initially from 5:00-6:00 PM with the Northern Pacific Airways Team:

–        Rob McKinney, CEO, Northern Pacific Airways

–        Erlendur Svavarsson, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Loftleidir

–        Nicolas Finazzo, Chairman and CEO, AerSale, Inc.

–        Paul Oliver, Certified Aviation Services

–        Kathy Dunn, Vice President of Communications, Visit Anchorage

This was followed by a brief presentation of the sponsors:

–        AerSale:  aircraft leasing

–        Certified Aviation Services:  aircraft maintenance

–        Pepsico:  food/catering

–        Woodford Reserve:  cocktails

Finally, there was a short “fireside chat” with Northern Pacific Airways CEO Rob McKinney.  Mr. McKinney is currently the Chief Executive Officer of FLOAT Alaska LLC and its subsidiaries – Northern Pacific Airways and Ravn Alaska.  He is a Learjet captain and has over 30 years of airline experience piloting commercial aircraft and managing flight operations.  Previous airline experience includes time with Pacific Wings, Mokulele Airlines, and SeaPort Airlines.  In 2018 Mr. McKinney co-founded FLOAT (Fly Over All Traffic) Shuttle Inc., a commuter and corporate transportation service in southern California.  This group acquired Ravn Air Group in April 2020.

During the “fireside chat” Mr. McKinney stated that Northern Pacific Airways (NPA) would be using the Icelandair “model” for flight operations and route development.  Plans are to offer flights between cities in California, Nevada, New York, Florida, and Texas, with direct long-haul service to cities in Japan and Korea through Anchorage over the Northern route.  The initial aircraft selected for this service are 757-200.

At present NPA already has agreements in place for 9 aircraft and looks to have 12 aircraft before starting service later this year.  While the exact launch date has not been finalized, Mr. McKinney sees the current aviation climate as a golden opportunity for the airline.  If not for the current critical situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic, gates and landing slots in many of the major airports in both the US and Asia would not be available.  The opportunity to clear US Customs and Immigration in Anchorage is also seen as an advantage.

The airline plans to offer fares 10-25% below the standard trans-Pacific fares.  There will be no ticket expiration dates, no change fees, and crypto currency will be utilized.  The aircraft will be configured in a 3-class configuration (business, economy-plus, and economy) and will have streaming services and the ability to order meals and snacks on-line.

Later aircraft considerations will include both the 737 MAX and Airbus 321LR NEO families.  Widebody aircraft will be considered later.  The eventual plan is an airline with a fleet of 50 planes within 5-7 years.

The ceremony concluded with a short video, and then the aircraft N627NP was towed into the hangar for viewing by the invited guests.

All photos by Michael B. Ing.

Michael B. Ing reporting from San Bernardino, CA.

Video:

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjZzr690S3M&w=560&h=315%5D

Northern Pacific Airways announces purchase of its first six Boeing 757-200s

Northern Pacific Airways (Anchorage), a wholly-owned subsidiary of FLOAT Alaska LLC, has agreed to the purchase of its first six aircraft—Boeing 757-200s. The airline completed the transaction to meet part of its initial fleet requirements. The first aircraft within this purchase will be delivered immediately.

The airline intends to offer service between points in the U.S. and Asia, via Anchorage, Alaska.

The acquisition of the Boeing 757-200s is the first step in Northern Pacific’s business plan. Prior to entering service, the aircraft will undergo a full C-level maintenance check by Certified Aviation Services LLC (C.A.S.), a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (M.R.O.) firm in San Bernardino, California. The Alaska-based carrier intends to continue enlarging its fleet as it prepares for passenger flights.

The best in class Boeing 757-200 is powered by twin 36-600 Rolls-Royce RB211 underwing turbo engines for a maximum takeoff weight of 255,000 lbs. The plane can transport over 200 passengers to their destination’s each flight, with a range of 3,915nm/-7,250km per fueling. The single-aisle plane is less costly to fly than its wide-bodied counterparts, yet has a range greater than other aircraft of similar size. Over the duration of their manufacturing program, more than 1,049 Boeing 757-200s were delivered. The aircraft is well suited for point-to-point, long-haul flights, and has enough space to accommodate each passenger’s carry-on.

Northern Pacific Airways wants to connect Asia with North America via Anchorage

Northern Pacific Airways (Anchorage) is a new proposed airline that wants to connect Asia with North America via its Anchorage hub using Boeing 757-200s. The plan is based on what Icelandair did for Iceland.

The company plans to build the 757 fleet to 12 aircraft by 2023.

The new proposal is from Rob McKinney, CEO of the new paper airline and Ravn Alaska. Under the plan, Ravn Alaska would feed the international airline.

The company will now enter the AOC process and hopes to begin flying by next summer.

Images. Northern Pacific Airways.