Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is an airport located 4 miles (6 km) southwest of downtown Anchorage, Alaska, USA. Named after current and long-standing U.S. Senator Ted Stevens, it is a hub for Alaska Airlines.The mission of Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is to safely, effectively, and efficiently operate and maintain the airport in a manner consistent with Federal regulatory requirements, high service standards, sensitivity to user needs, and awareness of community goals.