8GCBC wrote:BC Canadians are the nicest people in the world to me personally when flying up there. Lots of “Aloha”! I love how friendly the airports, on the coast, are.

Example:

Bella Bella in 2017 the airport manager brought a fire pit and wood to my tied down and encouraged me to spend the night. Before he got off work, he made sure I was OK. So nice and friendly.

This is what I love about the aviation community and hope it continues.

Two contacts recently reported their experiences crossing the border.

One person in Fairbanks called the Whitehorse customs office several days ahead of his planned crossing date to inquire about any special requirements.  The officer on the phone indicated that the travel must be deemed "essential" to be cleared to proceed. When he asked what is considered essential he was told that the decision is up to the officers meeting him at his plane when he arrives at Whitehorse to clear customs. If not deemed "essential travel" he could be turned back to Alaska.

Another person cleared at Whitehorse where the customs officers of course asked him for the purpose of his travel.  He simply told them he was proceeding home to the States after working the summer up in Alaska.  No further questions; He was cleared to proceed.

As always, if anyone has updated info that I can post on https://fly2ak.com I would be very thankful if you'd please let me know!