USPS ships pallets of groceries to 100-plus Alaskan villages by air; an Inspector General report says it moved 87 million pounds in one year and recovered 29 cents per dollar

In Alaska, the Bypass Mail program is crucial for supplying isolated communities that lack road access. Each year, it transports millions of pounds of essential items like groceries and household goods. Despite facing significant financial hurdles with a mere 29 percent recovery rate, this program keeps vital supplies affordable and available. It fosters essential links for many Alaskans who rely on air transport for their everyday needs.