1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
68AK
Elevation
142 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.517, -149.931
Airport Information
Facility Type
HELIPORT
Elevation
142 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.5166, -149.9306
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PANC 131853Z 28004KT 10SM FEW048 OVC060 09/03 A2963 RMK AO2 SLP035 T00940028
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
280° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
9.4°C
Dewpoint
2.8°C
Altimeter
1003.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PANC (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 18:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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NorthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
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16 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | 20 ft | 20 ft | WOOD | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | COWELL'S |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 68AK.
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68AK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
COWELL'S (68AK) is a privately owned heliport restricted to private use located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 142 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.5166°N, 149.9306°W.
Helipads
COWELL'S has 1 helipad. The longest pad (H1) measures 20 feet by 20 feet with a wood surface.
Communications & Operations
COWELL'S 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 COWELL'S, 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 COWELL'S 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 68AK?
68AK is the ICAO identifier for COWELL'S, a public-use airport located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does COWELL'S have?
COWELL'S (68AK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 68AK?
The field elevation of COWELL'S is 142 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 68AK?
No fuel types are currently listed for COWELL'S. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 68AK?
The current flight category at COWELL'S is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 68AK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for COWELL'S.
How do I access complete data for 68AK?
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Where is COWELL'S located?
COWELL'S (68AK) is located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 142 ft MSL.
Does 68AK have weather cameras?
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