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Quick Facts
FAA
5AK2
Elevation
490 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
64.731, -147.348
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
490 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
64.7307, -147.3477
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAFA 220253Z 21016G24KT 10SM BKN065 BKN090 BKN120 13/M03 A2960 RMK AO2 SLP028 SH DSNT E 60008 T01331028 58004 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
210° at 16 kt G24
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
13.3°C
Dewpoint
-2.8°C
Altimeter
1002.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PAFA (31 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 02:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Eielson
South · Camera 2 · 2 cameras total
13 NM away
Salcha
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
31 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 1,800 ft | 50 ft | DIRT | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5AK2.
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5AK2 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
HOWARDS (5AK2) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in NORTH POLE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 490 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 64.7307°N, 147.3477°W.
Runways
HOWARDS has 1 runway. The longest runway (06/24) measures 1,800 feet by 50 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
HOWARDS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near HOWARDS, 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 HOWARDS 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 5AK2?
5AK2 is the ICAO identifier for HOWARDS, a public-use airport located in NORTH POLE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does HOWARDS have?
HOWARDS (5AK2) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5AK2?
The field elevation of HOWARDS is 490 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5AK2?
No fuel types are currently listed for HOWARDS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5AK2?
The current flight category at HOWARDS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5AK2?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for HOWARDS.
How do I access complete data for 5AK2?
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Where is HOWARDS located?
HOWARDS (5AK2) is located in NORTH POLE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 490 ft MSL.
Does 5AK2 have weather cameras?
5AK2 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.