Meet Franklin

Franklin’s Flight Map

Biography & Adoption

Franklin is a Chinchilla Dutch rabbit who began his life of adventure at a very young age. Adopted with a spirit for exploration, he quickly adapted to the unique lifestyle of his mom, a Nurse Practitioner serving Alaska’s most remote communities. From his early days, it was clear that Franklin wasn’t just a house pet—he was a traveler.

The First Flight: A Saab to St. Paul

Franklin’s aviation career started when he was just 7 weeks old. His very first Alaska flight was a journey across the Bering Sea to St. Paul Island. Traveling in a Saab aircraft, the young bunny handled the engine noise and cabin pressure like a seasoned pro. While many pets might find their first flight stressful, Franklin did incredibly well, setting the stage for the thousands of miles he would eventually log across the Last Frontier.

Travel Statistics

• Total Air Miles: Over 12,600 miles
• Total Flights: 36
• First Flight: Age 7 weeks (Anchorage to St. Paul Island)
• Islands Visited: 9 Alaskan Islands
• Bering Sea Crossings: 2
• Aircraft Types: Saab, Cessna Caravan, Beechcraft King Air, Pilatus PC-12, and Alaska Airlines commercial jets

Fun Facts

• Favorite Snack: Franklin absolutely loves blueberries!
• Travel Temperament: He is a calm, confident flyer who handles bush planes and jets with ease.