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A Family-Owned Business Delivering Denali Scenic Tours and Authentic Alaska Private Experiences

Denali Scenic Tours

Denali Flightseeing and Glacier Landings for travelers that value a more personable experience

Private Flights & Remote Lodge Experiences

Day passes and overnight experiences at some of Alaska’s most remarkable destinations.

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Bear Viewing Experience

A Private Flight To Witness Bears At The Shores of Lake Clark National Park

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Epic Private Adventures

Private Air Taxi Support For Mountaineers That Prefer Comfort And A Personal Touch Over Large Groups

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Iditarod Private Flights

Honoring Iditarod’s Spirit, Guiding You Through Alaska’s Vast, Untamed Beauty

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Talkeetna has a long history of being home to some of the best pilots in Alaska and Udo’s team at Sheldon Air Service absolutely carry on this fine tradition…. I’d recommend Sheldon for any adventure flying or sightseeing!- R.M.

Denali Flight Tours From Talkeetna

People First, always. Small by choice. True Talkeetna.

Talkeetna moves at its own pace, and we fly the same way. Our hangar feels like the town itself: unhurried, personal, and welcoming. You’re greeted like an old friend, briefed simply by a local, and flown by experienced pilots who put safety first. Nothing rushed. Just room to settle in, ask questions, and enjoy the experience for what it is.

In the air, every flight feels personal. When conditions allow, there’s time to linger on a view, follow a curiosity, or simply take it all in. Back on the ground, conversations tend to continue around the hangar—stories about flying here, the mountain, and the legacy that shaped this place.

If you’re drawn to working hangars, bush planes, and the everyday rhythm of real Alaska aviation, this is your Talkeetna experience.

Small by design. People First by choice. True Talkeetna.

Here are some of our popular offerings

From $430
  • All Ages
  • 1 Hour 15 Min - 1 Hour 45 min

Denali Mountaineer Adventure

Fly along the stunning Kanikula Glacier to view the three majestic peaks—Mounts Foraker, Hunter, and Denali—the tallest peak in North America and a formidable challenge even for the most experienced climbers. During climbing season, this route passes Denali Base Camp, where where brave men and women prepare for the summit attempts. Our Glacier Landings invite you to step into that adventurous spirit—where the hum of the engine fades, and silence, snow, and awe take over.

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Bear Viewing Experience From Talkeetna

From $4100

Fly from Talkeetna on a private plane for an uncrowded brown bear viewing adventure at Chinitna Bay — one of Alaska’s wildest and most pristine bear habitats. 

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  • 8 years and older recommended
  • 6 Hours
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Beyond the Flight - Something New Is Taking Shape

We’re developing a small collection of all inclusive Alaska adventures built around Denali flightseeing and remote wilderness lodges.

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What our clients have to say about us

Everyone at SAS was friendly and accommodating, a great team to work with. The planes are maintained with safety in mind, and Udo flies with an obvious intention of keeping you safe and as comfortable as possible while providing passengers on both sides of the aircraft spectacular views of a finicky mountain. I look forward to another flight around Denali someday, and I won’t fly with anyone else.

– Mike L • Google Reviews

Sheldon Air Service was able to help us out with a last minute booking for a flight around Denali National Park. We were immediately setup by an enthusiastic team. The hangar/meeting location was easy to find. Airplane was in very good shape, and our capable and enthusiastic pilot took us on one of the most breath taking flights of our lives, filled with captivating and surrealistic views of the mountains - including a landing on a frozen lake which was a great adventure. After spotting some moose on the way back and a buttery smooth landing in Talkeetna we hope to be able to try this again during the spring/summer in the future. Cheers to the Sheldon Air Service team and thanks for an unforgettable flight.

– Beata • Google Reviews

Talkeetna has a long history of being home to some of the best pilots in Alaska and Udo's team at Sheldon Air Service absolutely carry on this fine tradition. I chartered Sheldon to get to a remote part of the Alaska Range and Udo's professionalism delivered - I felt completely safe with his judgement in what turned out to be challenging flying conditions and he got me to where I wanted to be. I'd recommend Sheldon for any adventure flying or sightseeing!

– Rusty M • Google Reviews

Amazing!!! No other words to describe the beauty we were able to see and experience! Then landing on the lake was the cherry on cake. Gotta give it up to the Sheldon Air staff, as they were in constant communication, as to the best day and time to fly. Our itinerary was purposefully a bit flexible, so we were able to wait for a 10/10 day. Then the day of the flight, they took us around town to see a few spots we hadn't seen and take pictures, while they checked out the plane to ensure everything was good to go. Pictures taken by Cami were awesome! Thanks you all for an amazing experience!

– Cynthia C • Google Reviews

We had an amazing time. 4 of us took a 1-hour flight + landing on a lake, venturing across the foothills into the southern range homing Denali, passing over the glaciers and along the south-facing valleys. Everyone from the office staff, ground support, and pilot was knowledgeable, personable, and great to work with. We were in Talkeetna for the weekend to celebrate a birthday and did not know about the wintertime sightseeing possibilities until we called and asked. Definitely a bucket-list item and I could not recommend anyone better to fly with for this experience!

– Bryce H • Google Reviews