TV channels & antenna towers in Akutan, Alaska
Akutan has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K04KV-D, 36 miles to the WSW.
Over-the-air TV in Akutan
Akutan, Alaska has a population of about 1,040. Our map shows 2 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Akutan, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Akutan.
Which way to point your antenna in Akutan
Point your antenna WSW, at about 241°. The nearest towers for Akutan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Akutan, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Akutan
The farthest of the closest towers for Akutan is KUCB-LD, 36 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Akutan
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K04KV-DTranslator | 36 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Unalaska, AK |
| KUCB-LDTranslator | 36 mi | 240° WSW | Poor | Dutch Harbor, AK |
How Akutan compares with the rest of Alaska
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Akutan ranks 57th of 69 places in Alaska: fewer than the typical Alaska town (2).
42% of Alaska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Akutan: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 240° WSW, the direction of KUCB-LD, 36 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 0 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Akutan?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Akutan; around 0 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Akutan?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 241°. The nearest towers for Akutan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Akutan?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Akutan?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Akutan?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Alaska · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Akutan; signal estimates ignore terrain.