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Frequencies
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Procedures
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Quick Facts
FAA
2AK9
Elevation
250 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
65.673, -162.464
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
250 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
65.6735, -162.4641
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PADE 220253Z AUTO 04006KT 10SM CLR 08/02 A2954 RMK AO2 RAE01 SLP003 P0000 60000 T00780022 58012 TSNO $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
40° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
7.8°C
Dewpoint
2.2°C
Altimeter
1000.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from PADE (30 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 02:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Deering
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
29 NM away
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NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
82 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 1,800 ft | 60 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 2AK9.
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2AK9 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
INDEPENDENCE CREEK (2AK9) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in INDEPENDENCE CREEK, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 250 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 65.6735°N, 162.4641°W.
Runways
INDEPENDENCE CREEK has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 1,800 feet by 60 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
INDEPENDENCE CREEK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near INDEPENDENCE CREEK, 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 INDEPENDENCE CREEK 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 2AK9?
2AK9 is the ICAO identifier for INDEPENDENCE CREEK, a public-use airport located in INDEPENDENCE CREEK, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does INDEPENDENCE CREEK have?
INDEPENDENCE CREEK (2AK9) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 2AK9?
The field elevation of INDEPENDENCE CREEK is 250 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 2AK9?
No fuel types are currently listed for INDEPENDENCE CREEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 2AK9?
The current flight category at INDEPENDENCE CREEK is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 2AK9?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for INDEPENDENCE CREEK.
How do I access complete data for 2AK9?
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Where is INDEPENDENCE CREEK located?
INDEPENDENCE CREEK (2AK9) is located in INDEPENDENCE CREEK, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 250 ft MSL.
Does 2AK9 have weather cameras?
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