Talkeetna Denali Scenic Flight Adventure

Join us on the flight of a lifetime through the skies as you explore the stunning beauty of Denali and the massive Alaska Range. Witness breathtaking valleys, majestic glaciers, serene lakes and winding rivers from a unique aerial perspective.
During our interactive small-group flight, you'll use special noise-cancelling headphones to easily communicate with your fellow passengers and our experienced mountain pilot. Engage in lively conversation and gain local insights as you soar over this awe-inspiring landscape.

Finish your adventure with the optional Glacier Landing. Imagine standing on top of thousands of feet of snow and ice, surrounded by the tall peaks towering above you. A clear favorite for all ages and a place where you are sure to make memories you will never forget!

Meeting Point

Sheldon Air Service

22703 S Terminal Ave, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA

As you approach Talkeetna take a right turn and cross the train tracks. Take the first right turn onto the gravel road that follows the airfield and stop at the last hangar in the row. You will see Sheldon Scenic Flights painted in big letters on the side of the building.
-Welcome in!

What's included:

• Live flight commentary by your experienced Alaska Range pilot.
• Noise cancelling headsets with microphones allow you to converse and ask questions in flight.
• Glacier overboots & sunglasses for glacier landings.
• Pre-flight pilot briefing

What to expect:

Duration: between 1 hour, 30 minutes and 2 hours

Sheldon Air Service

22703 S Terminal Ave, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA

Arrive at our office to get checked in and take part in pre-flight information. After chatting with your experienced mountain pilot, you will together set off on your flightseeing adventure into The Alaska Range!

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Alaska Range

Alaska Range, Alaska, USA

Upon takeoff from Talkeetna you will instantly be met with magnificent views of the Susitna valley and, in the distance, The Alaska Range. Our pilots are intimately familiar with this country and will point out sights on the way, as the terrain gradually changes through the foothills of the Alaska Range.

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Don Sheldon Amphitheater

Don Sheldon Amphitheater, Alaska, USA

View The Mountain House that was built here in 1960's by our namesake Don Sheldon as a climber refuge and private retreat is a popular overnight destination to this day. On the far side of the amphitheatre you will see Mooses Tooth, Bear Tooth and Broken Tooths dramatic peaks that serve as popular climbing destinations.
To top it off you will experience the immense Ruth Gorge on the way back to Talkeetna. The Great Gorge, as it is sometimes called, is a mile deep in some places. The floor is the rugged Ruth Glacier. Watch for the brilliant pools of bright-blue glacier melt water!

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Denali

Denali, Alaska, USA

The Around The Mountain Adventure is perfect for anyone seeking the full beauty of the Alaska Range and Denali on a beautiful panoramic Alaskan day. View the famed North Face of Denali and the 14,000 foot high Wickersham Wall, one of the longest uninterrupted vertical rises in the world.

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