1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
5AK8
Elevation
420 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.631, -149.432
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
420 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.6313, -149.4324
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAWS 131856Z AUTO VRB06KT 10SM BKN095 10/02 A2964 RMK AO2 SLP008 T01000022 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
VRB° at 6 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
10°C
Dewpoint
2.2°C
Altimeter
1003.80 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PAWS (7 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Wasilla
South · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
8 NM away
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
14 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 1,000 ft | 22 ft | ASPH | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | MEMORY LAKE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 5AK8.
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5AK8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MEMORY LAKE (5AK8) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 420 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.6313°N, 149.4324°W.
Runways
MEMORY LAKE has 1 runway. The longest runway (03/21) measures 1,000 feet by 22 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
MEMORY LAKE 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 MEMORY LAKE, 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 MEMORY LAKE 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 5AK8?
5AK8 is the ICAO identifier for MEMORY LAKE, a public-use airport located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does MEMORY LAKE have?
MEMORY LAKE (5AK8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 5AK8?
The field elevation of MEMORY LAKE is 420 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 5AK8?
No fuel types are currently listed for MEMORY LAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 5AK8?
The current flight category at MEMORY LAKE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 5AK8?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MEMORY LAKE.
How do I access complete data for 5AK8?
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Where is MEMORY LAKE located?
MEMORY LAKE (5AK8) is located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 420 ft MSL.
Does 5AK8 have weather cameras?
5AK8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.