1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
17AK
Elevation
5 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
55.383, -131.737
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
5 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
55.3829, -131.7366
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAKT 131653Z 12011KT 10SM FEW012 FEW023 OVC055 11/09 A2981 RMK AO2 SLP094 HARBOR WIND 12008KT T01110089 PNO $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
120° at 11 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
11.1°C
Dewpoint
8.9°C
Altimeter
1009.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PAKT (2 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Ketchikan
SouthWest · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
2 NM away
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South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
6 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 150 ft | 50 ft | CONC | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 17AK.
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17AK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ (17AK) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in KETCHIKAN, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 5 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 55.3829°N, 131.7366°W.
Helipads
KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 150 feet by 50 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/, 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 17AK?
17AK is the ICAO identifier for KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/, a public-use airport located in KETCHIKAN, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ have?
KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ (17AK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 17AK?
The field elevation of KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ is 5 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 17AK?
No fuel types are currently listed for KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 17AK?
The current flight category at KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 17AK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/.
How do I access complete data for 17AK?
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Where is KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ located?
KETCHIKAN /TEMSCO H/ (17AK) is located in KETCHIKAN, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 5 ft MSL.
Does 17AK have weather cameras?
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