1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
0AK8
FAA
0AK8
Elevation
1,320 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.427, -142.978
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,320 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
61.4269, -142.9782
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 0AK8. Showing nearest cameras.
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 02 / 20 | 3,700 ft | 78 ft | GVL | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
0AK8
FIREWEED
MCCARTHY — <1 nm
AK31
Swift Creek Airport
Mccarthy — 1 nm
AK31
SWIFT CREEK
MCCARTHY — 1 nm
PAMX
MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY — 2 nm
15Z
MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY — 2 nm
0AK5
YOUNG CREEK
MAY CREEK — 8 nm
0AK5
YOUNG CREEK
MAY CREEK — 8 nm
KMYK
May Creek Airport
May Creek — 10 nm
MYK
MAY CREEK
MAY CREEK — 10 nm
4AK3
LONG LAKE
LONG LAKE — 10 nm
4AK3
LONG LAKE
LONG LAKE — 10 nm
AK0
JAKES BAR
MCCARTHY — 13 nm
Nearest airports
- 0AK8 — FIREWEED
MCCARTHY
- AK31 — Swift Creek Airport
Mccarthy
- AK31 — SWIFT CREEK
MCCARTHY
- PAMX — MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY
- 15Z — MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY
Alaska airports
0AK8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Fireweed Airport (0AK8) is a airport located in McCarthy, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,320 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.4269°N, 142.9782°W.
Runways
Fireweed Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 3,700 feet by 78 feet with a gvl surface.
Communications & Operations
Fireweed Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near Fireweed Airport, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 0AK8?
0AK8 is the FAA location identifier for Fireweed Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in McCarthy, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does Fireweed Airport have?
Fireweed Airport (0AK8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 0AK8?
The field elevation of Fireweed Airport is 1,320 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at 0AK8?
No fuel types are currently listed for Fireweed Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 0AK8?
The longest runway at Fireweed Airport is 3,700 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 0AK8?
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Where is Fireweed Airport located?
Fireweed Airport (0AK8) is located in McCarthy, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 1,320 ft MSL.
Does 0AK8 have weather cameras?
0AK8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.