1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5BK
Elevation
2,125 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
63.535, -145.861
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,125 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
63.5351, -145.8609
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PABI 131653Z 09006KT 10SM FEW010 BKN140 BKN200 12/M02 A2957 RMK AO2 SLP016 OCNL WATERFOWL VC T01171017 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
90° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
11.7°C
Dewpoint
-1.7°C
Altimeter
1001.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PABI (29 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:53Z
Weather Camera
Black Rapids
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 2,250 ft | 40 ft | TURF-GRVL | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| BLACK RAPIDS RCO | 122.4 | BLACK RAPIDS |
| CTAF | 122.9 | BLACK RAPIDS |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5BK.
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5BK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BLACK RAPIDS (5BK) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in BLACK RAPIDS, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,125 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 63.5351°N, 145.8609°W.
Runways
BLACK RAPIDS has 1 runway. The longest runway (14/32) measures 2,250 feet by 40 feet with a turf-grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
BLACK RAPIDS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near BLACK RAPIDS, 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 BLACK RAPIDS 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 5BK?
5BK is the ICAO identifier for BLACK RAPIDS, a public-use airport located in BLACK RAPIDS, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BLACK RAPIDS have?
BLACK RAPIDS (5BK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5BK?
The field elevation of BLACK RAPIDS is 2,125 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5BK?
No fuel types are currently listed for BLACK RAPIDS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5BK?
The current flight category at BLACK RAPIDS is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5BK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BLACK RAPIDS.
How do I access complete data for 5BK?
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Where is BLACK RAPIDS located?
BLACK RAPIDS (5BK) is located in BLACK RAPIDS, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 2,125 ft MSL.
Does 5BK have weather cameras?
Yes, 5BK has 3 weather camera(s) provided by the FAA Weather Camera Program. Images update every 10 minutes. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all camera angles and nearby airport cameras.