ADA-72398 Proposal to Extend a State Airport Land Lease at McCarthy Airport

The Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities is seeking public comment on a proposed five‑year extension of Lease ADA‑72398 for approximately 17,000 sq ft of land at McCarthy Airport. The lease is currently held by Wrangell Mountain Air, Inc. and authorizes aeronautical activities such as air‑taxi operations, aircraft storage, tie‑down, and fuel storage/dispensing for the lessee’s commercial aviation business. The extension is being processed without competition under AS 02.15.090(c); interested parties may submit written comments by the deadline. The decision will be communicated only to those who comment. • Lease ID: ADA‑72398 (Lot 2, Block 1) – ~17,000 sq ft • Current lessee: Wrangell Mountain Air, Inc. • Authorized uses: air‑taxi, aircraft storage/tie‑down, fuel storage/dispensing • Annual rent: $1,649 (plus any associated fees) • Extension term: 5 years • Comment deadline: 11 Nov 2026 4:30 pm • No competitive bidding, pre‑bid meeting, or site visit required • Primary contact: Johnna Merculief, Aviation Leasing (phone (907) 451‑2849)