1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
51AK
Elevation
400 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
62.242, -150.066
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
400 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
62.2423, -150.0658
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PATK 131853Z 23005KT 10SM OVC080 08/00 A2961 RMK AO2 SLP032 T00830000 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
230° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
8.3°C
Dewpoint
0°C
Altimeter
1002.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PATK (5 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Talkeetna
South · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
5 NM away
McKinley South
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
15 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 2,500 ft | 75 ft | TURF | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 123.6 | BIRCH CREEK LANDING |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 51AK.
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51AK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIRCH CREEK LANDING (51AK) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in TALKEETNA, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 400 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 62.2423°N, 150.0658°W.
Runways
BIRCH CREEK LANDING has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 2,500 feet by 75 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BIRCH CREEK LANDING is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BIRCH CREEK LANDING, 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 BIRCH CREEK LANDING 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 51AK?
51AK is the ICAO identifier for BIRCH CREEK LANDING, a public-use airport located in TALKEETNA, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BIRCH CREEK LANDING have?
BIRCH CREEK LANDING (51AK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 51AK?
The field elevation of BIRCH CREEK LANDING is 400 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 51AK?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIRCH CREEK LANDING. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 51AK?
The current flight category at BIRCH CREEK LANDING is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 51AK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BIRCH CREEK LANDING.
How do I access complete data for 51AK?
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Where is BIRCH CREEK LANDING located?
BIRCH CREEK LANDING (51AK) is located in TALKEETNA, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 400 ft MSL.
Does 51AK have weather cameras?
51AK does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.