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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
5AK2
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
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
64.7307, -147.3480
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 5AK2. Showing nearest cameras.
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Eielson
South · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
13 NM away
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NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
30 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 06 / 24 | 1,800 ft | 50 ft | DIRT | - | - | - |
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5AK2
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Nearest airports
- 5AK2 — HOWARDS
NORTH POLE
- 95Z — BRADLEY SKY-RANCH
NORTH POLE
- K95Z — Bradley Sky-Ranch Airport
North Pole
- AA76 — TIMBER TRAILS
NORTH POLE
- 5AK3 — AIRWAY
NORTH POLE
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5AK2 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Howards Airport (5AK2) is a airport 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, 147.3480°W.
Runways
Howards Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (06/24) measures 1,800 feet by 50 feet with a dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
Howards Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Howards Airport, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5AK2?
5AK2 is the FAA location identifier for Howards Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in North Pole, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does Howards Airport have?
Howards Airport (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 Airport is 490 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at 5AK2?
No fuel types are currently listed for Howards Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 5AK2?
The longest runway at Howards Airport is 1,800 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 5AK2?
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Where is Howards Airport located?
Howards Airport (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.