FLY8MA Pilot Lodge — Wilderness Outside, First Class on the Inside
Wasilla, Alaska  •  Private Airstrip
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Wilderness Outside.
First Class Inside.

Sleep inside a converted DC-9, watch the aurora from a glass dome, or tuck into a wilderness cabin — eight one-of-a-kind stays on a 100+ acre private property with its own airstrip. Built by pilots, for anyone who has ever looked up.

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The Concept

A working airstrip. Retired airliners. The real Alaska.

The Pilot Lodge isn't a hotel. It's a 100+ acre frontier homestead where decommissioned aircraft have been rebuilt into first-class homes — and wilderness cabins sit steps from a runway that still sees bush planes drop in.

Every stay is a home base for Alaska done the right way: glaciers, northern lights, flight tours, and float-plane country, all from your doorstep. Fly in or drive in. Either way, you wake up somewhere no one else can offer.

100+
Private Acres
8
Unique Stays
39
Bed Spaces
1
On-Site Airstrip
Priority Boarding

Longer stays lock in first

As we reopen, reservations are confirmed in this order. The longer your stay, the earlier your dates are secured.

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First preference

VIPs, 5-night stays, and retreats have first booking preference.

2

3-night and 2-night stays have second priority.

3

1-night stays have third priority.

Choose Your Cabin

Eight ways to wake up in Alaska

From $129 a night in a runway-side cabin to a three-bedroom DC-9 with a wood-fired sauna — and the longer you stay, the lower your nightly rate.

A Message From The Owner

I first came to Alaska as a pilot in 2018 and fell in love with this state. Since then I've spent every waking minute experiencing all it has to offer — and helping others do the same.

From hunting and fishing to skiing and sightseeing, you could spend a lifetime here and not see it all. Figuring out where to go your first time is hard. So call me directly, and I promise to help you plan the adventure of a lifetime.

Jon K.
Founder, FLY8MA & the Pilot Lodge
From Our Guests

The reviews read like a dare: just book it

★★★★★

I'm not wealthy, but I wanted to stay in this plane for my 50th state — it felt symbolic. The views brought me a rainbow, the northern lights popped out to say hello, and the extra touches were amazing. Just do it. Book it.

— Pam
★★★★★

An incredible experience — the airplane sits right on a small runway that occasionally sees bush planes, a dream for aviation enthusiasts. Clean, comfortable, and truly unique. Jon went above and beyond. Highly recommend.

— Eli
★★★★★

The best rating any Airbnb could ever receive. Every detail and all the creativity behind the design shows how much passion they have for what they do. Hands down the coolest experience, worth every penny. We will be back.

— Miranda
★★★★★

Incredibly unique. Exploring the plane and the property was awesome — our teens had a blast. We scanned the QR codes, watched the videos, enjoyed the s'mores. Only regret is we wish we could have stayed longer.

— Andrea
Things To Do

Your stay is just the runway

On-property activities or custom experiences we'll arrange for you — let a local plan it.

Flight Tours

Wild bears, glaciers, and North America's tallest peaks — from your doorstep.

Glacier & Kayak

On-property activities and curated experiences during your stay.

Flight Training

Tailwheel, backcountry, and float ratings while you stay on site.

Top 10 Guide

Download our local guide to the best of Alaska near the lodge.
Choose Your Adventure

Four ways to experience Alaska

From a 4-day budget sampler to a full week with your own dedicated aircraft and pilot. Every package departs from our private airstrip.

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Pick your aircraft. We'll handle the rest.

With 39 bed spaces across the property, we also host weddings, corporate retreats, and family reunions. Tell us what you're celebrating.

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Questions? 907-268-3100