Moving on up: Sitka's first escalator unveiled in airport open house

Moving on up: Sitka's first escalator unveiled in airport open house

Sitkans ride Sitka’s first ever escalator to see the new waiting area at the Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (KCAW/Cotter) Over 200 Sitkans gathered at the city’s airport on Saturday (8-16-25) for the long-awaited reveal of the community’s first ever escalator. KCAW’s Ryan Cotter attended the ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling the modern marvel along with a brand new waiting area, and a mural honoring Lingít culture.  Jose Figueroa rides the brand …