Information Density: FLY YKM (Yakima Air Terminal) – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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Attention Travelers!!
Check-in cut off is 50 minutes prior to your departure! The desk and kiosks will be closed at this time, and you will not be able to check in for that flight.
Example: Flight departs at 5:50 AM, the latest you can check in is 5 AM. If you arrive at 5:01 AM, you will not be able to check in and may have to be rebooked.
[H2] Arrivals
AirlineFlightStatusTimeAMF1996Delayed7:43am (05/26)Empire Airlines8737Delayed7:00am (05/26)Empire Airlines8744Delayed7:43am (05/26)Alaska Airlines2001Scheduled1:44pm (05/26)Alaska Airlines2172Scheduled11:10pm (05/26)
[H2] Departures
AirlineFlightStatusTimeAlaska Airlines2001 (Seattle-Tacoma Intl)Scheduled3:14pm (05/26)Empire Airlines7726 (Spokane Intl)Scheduled4:40pm (05/26)Empire Airlines7744 (Spokane Intl)Scheduled4:45pm (05/26)Alaska Airlines2171 (Seattle-Tacoma Intl)Scheduled6:15am (05/27)Alaska Airlines2001 (Seattle-Tacoma Intl)Scheduled3:14pm (05/27)
Always check with your airline for up-to-date arrival and departure information.
[H2] Check us out on Facebook and Instagram!

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May 25

Today, the flags at YKM fly at half-staff as we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. ??Their courage is the foundation of our freedom, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful to the heroes and their families.Wishing the Yakima community a peaceful and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️??#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #YakimaValley

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Their courage is the foundation of our freedom, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful to the heroes and their families.
Wishing the Yakima community a peaceful and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️??
#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #YakimaValley]

Today, the flags at YKM fly at half-staff as we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. ??Their courage is the foundation of our freedom, and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful to the heroes and their families.Wishing the Yakima community a peaceful and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️??#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #YakimaValley
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May 20

Different wheels, same destination. ?✈️Happy National Bike to Work Day! Whether you`re powered by pedals or jet engines, we`re glad to have you at the Yakima Air Terminal today.Did you bike to work this morning? Let us know your route in the comments! ?#YKM #Yakima #BikeToWorkDay #AirportLife #YakimaValley

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Different wheels, same destination. ?✈️Happy National Bike to Work Day! Whether you`re powered by pedals or jet engines, we`re glad to have you at the Yakima Air Terminal today.Did you bike to work this morning? Let us know your route in the comments! ?#YKM #Yakima #BikeToWorkDay #AirportLife #YakimaValley
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May 17

Nothing says "welcome home" like the smell of something cookies in the oven. ??On World Baking Day, we’re celebrating the homemade treats that wait for us at the end of a long journey. If you’re flying into YKM today to visit loved ones, we hope there’s something delicious waiting for you on the counter! ✈️❤️#YKM #WorldBakingDay #ComingHome #Yakima #Aviation #HomeSweetHome

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Nothing says "welcome home" like the smell of something cookies in the oven. ??On World Baking Day, we’re celebrating the homemade treats that wait for us at the end of a long journey. If you’re flying into YKM today to visit loved ones, we hope there’s something delicious waiting for you on the counter! ✈️❤️#YKM #WorldBakingDay #ComingHome #Yakima #Aviation #HomeSweetHome
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May 15

Whether they are the family you were born into or the one you’ve built right here in the Yakima Valley, today is all about them! ❤️On International Family Day, we’re celebrating the reunions in our terminal, the "see you soons" at the gate, and the adventures that start right here at YKM. Family is the ultimate destination. ?️✈️Drop a photo of your favorite family vacation in the comments! ?#InternationalFamilyDay #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #FamilyTravel #FlyLocal #YakimaValley

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Whether they are the family you were born into or the one you’ve built right here in the Yakima Valley, today is all about them! ❤️On International Family Day, we’re celebrating the reunions in our terminal, the "see you soons" at the gate, and the adventures that start right here at YKM. Family is the ultimate destination. ?️✈️Drop a photo of your favorite family vacation in the comments! ?#InternationalFamilyDay #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #FamilyTravel #FlyLocal #YakimaValley
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flyykm

May 13

Why spend hours in traffic when your journey can start just minutes from home? ??At YKM, we believe the best part of travel should be the destination—not the drive to the airport. Enjoy:✅ Short security lines✅ Affordable, close-in parking✅ A stress-free terminal experienceNext time you book, choose the convenience of the Yakima Air Terminal. See you at the gate! ✈️?️#FlyLocal #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #TravelMadeEasy #YakimaValley

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At YKM, we believe the best part of travel should be the destination—not the drive to the airport. Enjoy:
✅ Short security lines
✅ Affordable, close-in parking
✅ A stress-free terminal experience
Next time you book, choose the convenience of the Yakima Air Terminal. See you at the gate! ✈️?️
#FlyLocal #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #TravelMadeEasy #YakimaValley]

Why spend hours in traffic when your journey can start just minutes from home? ??At YKM, we believe the best part of travel should be the destination—not the drive to the airport. Enjoy:✅ Short security lines✅ Affordable, close-in parking✅ A stress-free terminal experienceNext time you book, choose the convenience of the Yakima Air Terminal. See you at the gate! ✈️?️#FlyLocal #YKM #YakimaAirTerminal #TravelMadeEasy #YakimaValley
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May 10

The best destination isn’t a place—it’s a person. ❤️✈️Happy Mother’s Day from the Yakima Air Terminal!Of all the flights that land at YKM, our favorites are the ones bringing people back to Mom. There’s nothing quite like the energy at the arrivals gate when a family is finally reunited.To the moms who are traveling to see their kids, the kids flying home to surprise their moms, and the moms who stay behind and wait for that "I landed safely" text—we see you, and we’re honored to be a part of your journey.? Are you traveling to see Mom today, or is she coming to you? Tell us your Mother`s Day travel stories!#MothersDay #YKM #WelcomeHome #FlyYakima #FamilyTravel

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Happy Mother’s Day from the Yakima Air Terminal!
Of all the flights that land at YKM, our favorites are the ones bringing people back to Mom. There’s nothing quite like the energy at the arrivals gate when a family is finally reunited.
To the moms who are traveling to see their kids, the kids flying home to surprise their moms, and the moms who stay behind and wait for that "I landed safely" text—we see you, and we’re honored to be a part of your journey.
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The best destination isn’t a place—it’s a person. ❤️✈️Happy Mother’s Day from the Yakima Air Terminal!Of all the flights that land at YKM, our favorites are the ones bringing people back to Mom. There’s nothing quite like the energy at the arrivals gate when a family is finally reunited.To the moms who are traveling to see their kids, the kids flying home to surprise their moms, and the moms who stay behind and wait for that "I landed safely" text—we see you, and we’re honored to be a part of your journey.? Are you traveling to see Mom today, or is she coming to you? Tell us your Mother`s Day travel stories!#MothersDay #YKM #WelcomeHome #FlyYakima #FamilyTravel
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May 5

Ready for the fiesta? We are! ✈️?It’s a beautiful day for a flight and an even better day for a celebration. Happy Cinco de Mayo to our passengers, pilots, and the entire Yakima community!As you head out to enjoy the parades and festivities, remember that YKM is here to connect you to your next big adventure. Safe travels to everyone flying today!#YKM #CincoDeMayo #YakimaAirTerminal #ValleyLife

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It’s a beautiful day for a flight and an even better day for a celebration. Happy Cinco de Mayo to our passengers, pilots, and the entire Yakima community!
As you head out to enjoy the parades and festivities, remember that YKM is here to connect you to your next big adventure. Safe travels to everyone flying today!
#YKM #CincoDeMayo #YakimaAirTerminal #ValleyLife]

Ready for the fiesta? We are! ✈️?It’s a beautiful day for a flight and an even better day for a celebration. Happy Cinco de Mayo to our passengers, pilots, and the entire Yakima community!As you head out to enjoy the parades and festivities, remember that YKM is here to connect you to your next big adventure. Safe travels to everyone flying today!#YKM #CincoDeMayo #YakimaAirTerminal #ValleyLife
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May 4

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... (actually, it’s just JBLM). ?️✨Happy Star Wars Day! While we haven`t cleared any X-Wings for landing at YKM just yet, we do have the next best thing.The C-17 Globemaster III is basically the Millennium Falcon of the skies—built for heavy lifting, global missions, and looking legendary on the ramp. Catch this "hunk of junk" (okay, it’s actually state-of-the-art tech) at our Aviation Day on June 6th!Your Mission:? Follow us for event updates.? Pack your flight suit.? May the Fourth be with you!#StarWarsDay #MayThe4thBeWithYou #C17 #YKM #AviationDay #GalacticEmpire

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Happy Star Wars Day! While we haven]

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away... (actually, it’s just JBLM). ?️✨Happy Star Wars Day! While we haven`t cleared any X-Wings for landing at YKM just yet, we do have the next best thing.The C-17 Globemaster III is basically the Millennium Falcon of the skies—built for heavy lifting, global missions, and looking legendary on the ramp. Catch this "hunk of junk" (okay, it’s actually state-of-the-art tech) at our Aviation Day on June 6th!Your Mission:? Follow us for event updates.? Pack your flight suit.? May the Fourth be with you!#StarWarsDay #MayThe4thBeWithYou #C17 #YKM #AviationDay #GalacticEmpire
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May 3

Not all classrooms have four walls. Some have wings. ✈️?Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Today, we’re celebrating the educators who inspire the next generation to look up.From the teachers in our Yakima schools sparking an interest in STEM to the flight instructors right here at YKM who help student pilots find their wings—thank you. You provide the "lift" that helps our community reach new heights.Did a teacher inspire your career in aviation or travel? Tag them below and give them a shout-out! ?#TeacherAppreciationDay #YKM #FlyYakima #FlightTraining #STEMEducation

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Today, we’re celebrating the educators who inspire the next generation to look up.
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Not all classrooms have four walls. Some have wings. ✈️?Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Today, we’re celebrating the educators who inspire the next generation to look up.From the teachers in our Yakima schools sparking an interest in STEM to the flight instructors right here at YKM who help student pilots find their wings—thank you. You provide the "lift" that helps our community reach new heights.Did a teacher inspire your career in aviation or travel? Tag them below and give them a shout-out! ?#TeacherAppreciationDay #YKM #FlyYakima #FlightTraining #STEMEducation
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May 1

Why did the airplane get sent to its room? Because it had a bad altitude. ✈️?Okay, okay—maybe we should leave the jokes to the professionals!Happy World Laughter Day from all of us at YKM. We take safety and service seriously, but we never miss a chance to share a smile with our passengers.They say laughter is the shortest distance between two people. We like to think we’re the second shortest!Tag someone who always keeps you laughing, even during a long layover! ?#AviationHumor #WorldLaughterDay2026 #FlyLocal #YKM #AirportLife

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Okay, okay—maybe we should leave the jokes to the professionals!
Happy World Laughter Day from all of us at YKM. We take safety and service seriously, but we never miss a chance to share a smile with our passengers.
They say laughter is the shortest distance between two people. We l

[H1] Contact Us
[H2] Airport Administration
Christopher Hopkins C.M, ASC, ACE, Airport DirectorOffice: 509-575-6260Cell: 509-833-0898Email: christopher.hopkins@yakimawa.gov
Shelby Barrett, MSc, Alt. ASC, Administrative AssistantGrants/Projects, Badges, Security, Leases, Aviation Day, Airport Tours, Parking, Development Opportunities, Website/Media Updates, Scheduling, General InformationOffice: 509-576-6383Cell: 509-424-0882Email: shelby.barrett@yakimawa.gov
[H2] Airport Security (Airport Security Coordinator)
PrimaryChristopher Hopkins C.M, ASC, ACE, Airport DirectorCell: 509-833-0898
AlternateBrian Carlenius, Airport Operations & Maintenance ManagerCell: 509-426-1630
[H2] Airport Operations
Brian, Carlenius, Airport Operations & Maintenance ManagerOffice: 509-575-6010Cell: 509-426-1630Email: brian.carlenius@yakimawa.gov
Maintenance Office Hours: Mon–Fri 6:00am to 3:00pm
[H2] Airfield and Terminal Maintenance
Airport Maintenance Shop3106 West Washington AvenueYakima, Washington 98903Telephone: (509) 575-6144
[H3] Our Very Important Team:
Joe Stuhley, Airfield Maintenance SpecialistRyan Pastor, Airfield Maintenance SpecialistWade Wright, Alt. ASC, Airfield Maintenance SpecialistJuan Polina, Building Maintenance SpecialistParmer Sickler, CustodianJesus Sifuentes, Custodian
[H2] General Inquiries?
Email us at ykminfo@yakimawa.gov
[H1] MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
The Yakima Airport has several great advertising opportunities and locations to promote your business. With more than 150,000 passengers walking through the terminal each year and another 50,000 locals picking up or dropping off passengers, your business has the potential to have enormous exposure.
To find out more about advertising with the Yakima Airport, contact us today.

JOBS
Interested in airport employment opportunities?
Check out our job openings on the City of Yakima’s website. For jobs at other airport businesses, please visit their websites.
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/yakimawa/
[H2] Lost and Found
Lost items during in terminal or during screening? Contact us at (509) 575-6149
Lost items on the plane?For items lost in flight or on board an aircraft, please contact your airline directly. Alaska Airlines can be reached at (800) 252-7522, or visit the lost and found page on their website.
Lost items in the parking lot?Contact the Administrative Office at (509) 575-6149 or email ykminfo@yakimawa.gov

[H1] Reliable. Local. Fly YKM!
[H2] Parking must be paid the day of travel for the duration you are gone for; we cannot accept pre-paid parking reservations at this time
[H2] You do not need to display a receipt on your dashboard, parking is tracked via your license plate.
[H2] Vehicle Parking
Flying out of YKM? Enjoy our hassle-free parking experience!
Check out the video down below that shows how simple it is!
No longer is there a need to remember a stall number, your parking payment is tied to your license plate
Simply park, pay by phone, then enjoy your travels
For parking Long or Short term, feel free to park anywhere in the main lot, parking is tracked by your license plate!
[H2] Methods of Payment
Kiosk
ONLY Card Payments
NO CASH/COIN ACCEPTED
Text2Pay
Open a new text message
Text “PAY” To 77447
It will respond asking for a zone #
Reply with “YKM”
It will respond with a link, click this to go to the payment screen
Please note that you need to enter the license plate number in prior to selecting the amount of time you are paying for, otherwise it will not work!
*Not yet active for the Airport* Park Smarter App (Coming Soon)
[H4] Need Assistance?
Our staff at the airport would be happy to assist you.
Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Excluding City of Yakima Observed Holidays)
We can be reached at 509-575-6149
We are located at 2406 W Washington Ave Suite B
Questions, comments, or concerns can be sent to ykminfo@yakimawa.gov
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[H4] Rates and Charges Effective November 1st, 2023
Public Parking – 0-2 Hours                                                     $2.00
Public Parking – 3-4 Hours                                                     $4.00
Public Parking – 5-6 Hours                                                     $6.00
Public Parking – 7-8 Hours                                                     $8.00
Public Parking – 9-10 Hours                                                   $10.00
Public Parking – 11-12 Hours                                                 $12.00
Public Parking – 13-14 Hours                                                 $14.00
Public Parking – 15-24 Hours                                                 $15.00
Public Parking – Each Additional Day (24 Hours)                   $15.00
Non-Public (Employee) Permits (Per Month)                         $25.00
Apply Here
Application Guide
Parking Citations (Per Day)                                                    $20.00
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[H3] Paying via Park Smarter App step-by-step video
Note: This will be the same app used throughout the City of Yakima – downloading it will coming in handy!
[H3] Paying via Kiosk step-by-step video
[H3] Paying via Text2Pay or QR Code
[H4] TERMINAL ENTRANCE
Main airport entrance for travelers
[H4] LONG TERM PARKING
Parking for more than 3 hours – feel free to park anywhere in the lot, parking is tracked by your license plate!
[H4] SHORT TERM PARKING
Parking for less than 2 hours – feel free to park anywhere in the lot, parking is tracked by your license plate!
[H4] CELL PHONE LOT
Lot is for temporary parking
[H4] CAR RENTAL
Can be found to the East of the terminal
[H4] EMPLOYEE PARKING
Parking for Yakima Air Terminal Employees
[H4] RESTAURANT/SNACKS
Check out Reno’s on the Runway!

[H1] Rental Car Services
(509) 452-9965
Hertz rental car agency is conveniently located inside the terminal. Now open 7-days a week to accommodate your travel needs, including the late-night arrival!
[H1] Transportation Services
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Need a ride? Taxi cabs are parked outside the front door of the terminal building. If a cab is not available, a list of cabs with contact information can be located between the two main terminal doors. Additionally, a few local hotels may provide transportation to and from the airport free of charge.
Please check with your hotel for this service.
[H1] Shuttle Services
The Airporter Shuttle offers frequent round-trip service from Yakima to Sea-Tac Airport and Sea-Tac Station.
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(866) 235-5247