Northwind Aviation, LLC

05/02/2026

New Adventure at Northwind Aviation / Destination Alaska!

Introducing the BROOKS FALLS V.I.P. EXPRESS from
"Homer’s only Luxury - Highspeed - IFR - Charter Service".

Concerned about weather cancellations? Your vacation time in Alaska is incredibly valuable. Our Piper Navajo aircraft are IFR certified and can get you there when others are grounded due to poor visibility. Fly direct from Homer, Kenai, or Anchorage to King Salmon above the clouds at 200 mph in quiet luxury and then take a short hop by de Havilland Beaver over to Brooks Falls. After several hours on the ground watching bears up close, fly back to King Salmon and rocket back to town in time for dinner!

• 7 SEATS – 2 ENGINES – 0 EXCUSES
• Private flights daily from Homer, Kenai, and Anchorage
• Two Navajos available up to 14 guests
• Save $200–$500 per person vs traditional floatplane tours
• Includes taxes, park fees, and shuttle service
(King Salmon to Brooks)
• Ideal for family reunions, corporate groups, or friends
• 4 hours at Brooks Camp (longer times available upon request)
• Add-on options: Boxed lunch (+$25), binoculars rental (+$15)
• Offered twice daily from July 7 to August 21
• Active noise cancelling headsets for everyone
• Valley of 10,000 Smokes tour (weather permitting)
• Executive level first class comfort – soft leather interior
• 4 bladed Q-tip props for quiet luxury
• Panther conversion for maximum speed and fuel efficiency

See https://destinationalaskacharters.com/bear-viewing/brooks-falls for details

Experience the magic of Brooks Falls without the premium price tag. Our high-capacity Piper Navajos gets you there fast and comfortably, with a seamless shuttle connection operated by trusted local partners. Return the same day with incredible photos like the ones posted here (pc Alison Richards) and memories — and money left in your pocket for your next Alaska adventure.

04/17/2026

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT! We are still growing! Introducing N350DT! Northwind Aviation Homer is adding a VIP shuttle aircraft to better serve our guests. Along with our smaller Navajo rocketship N627MA, we are able to transport folks between all major Alaska hubs in speed and comfort. Here is the list of amenities that this one-of-a-kind Piper Navajo Chieftain has:

Long range fuel (6 hours)
Cargo door
Crew door
Garmin glass cockpit
Latest Garmin Autopilot with added engine out safety features
Panther II Conversion (winglets) 190 to 200 mph cruise
4 Bladed Q-Tip propellers
High speed landing gear retract mod
VIP Executive Interior
Full deice
Up to 8 pax plus bags
Oxygen system

WEEKEND GRAND SLAM - Envision you and 6 of your closest friends being picked up at our Alaska Air Taxi Lake Hood hangar/office around 4:00 p.m. on a Friday afternoon. Climb aboard your private VIP aircraft and cruise south at 200 mph, landing 45 mins later in Homer where our shiny black Expedition Limited SUV is waiting for you. Grab dinner in town and head out to our log chalets for an evening quiet relaxation. Wake up the next two days and jump on your private Destination Alaska charter boat (Wilderness Explorer or Alaska Endeavor) and enjoy a couple of full days of reel burning Halibut fishing. On Sunday afternoon, we'll fly you back to Anchorage with full coolers, sore arms and great memories. A whirlwind weekend of Alaska Adventure. No traffic jams, road construction, packed hotels, crowded boats, or other headaches. Message us here for cost and availability!

11/26/2025

Check this out! For all of our Alaska Brown Bear photography (Brooks Falls, Chinitna Bay, Hallo Bay, and Crosswinds) enthusiasts, we have these really amazing 3D scroll saw artwork pieces available. Each one is hand cut, stained, and assembled in New Hampshire and can be shipped direct to you from our 82-year-old woodworker and master craftsman himself. If you hurry, you might get one in time for Christmas. $89.95 plus shipping. Send me an email [email protected]

09/06/2024

Another Exciting Announcement! Northwind Aviation in conjunction with our Anchorage based company Alaska Air Taxi has completed the purchase of a PA-31 Panther Navajo! We searched for nearly a year for just the right twin engine aircraft to add to our fleet and patience paid off! This aircraft has all the right modifications:
Upgraded 350 H.P. turbo-charged engines
Ultra quiet 4 blade Q-tip props
Vortex generators with upgross useful load kit
Additional rear heater
Full glass Garmin/Aspen panel
Extended range fuel
Crew and Cargo door
200 MPH Cruise
7+1 pax Executive Interior
This pristine aircraft will fly year-round from Anchorage to Kodiak, Homer, Seward, Valdez, Fairbanks, King Salmon, and just about any other airport our customers need. We still have a bunch of FAA paperwork to complete before we can fly passengers, but we'll let you know!

07/31/2024

Brooks Falls is loaded with Bears! We’re doing 3-5 flights per day to Katmai National Park. Give us a call….. you gotta go! 907-435-4011

07/29/2024

Keep smiling through the weather holds! The destinations are worth the wait.

Thanks for the photos and joining us

06/07/2024

The season is here! Have you flown with us? Please share a photo below, we'd love to see your Northwind Aviation adventures.

03/16/2024

Congratulations to all McNeil River bear watching lottery winners! You are about to experience one of the most unique and incredible wildlife safaris in Alaska. The Department of Fish and Game does a fantastic job all summer hosting the winners and providing a safe and fun multi-day adventure. Destination Alaska and Northwind Aviation can take you there. We will have three floatplanes fueled and ready to go throughout the summer. Only $100 deposit to hold your seat. Give Alison a call at our office 907-435-4011
https://www.northwindak.com/bearviewing/mcneil-river-access

03/12/2024

Come see the cute and cuddley as well as the mighty protectors! The deep roar and jaw popping of the momma bear will rattle you to your core. Northwind Aviation and Destination Alaska are doing multiple flights per day to Brooks Falls. Come see the action for yourself. Call today to book your seats! 907-435-4011. Operators are standing by.

02/12/2024

We are getting excited for summer 2024! Check out our latest video!

Welcome to Northwind Aviation!Northwind Aviation has been a family-owned company since the beginning. Based in Homer Alaska, it was founded founded by Jose d...