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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
6AK3
FAA
6AK3
Elevation
185 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
60.728, -151.278
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
185 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
60.7278, -151.2778
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Nikiski
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
9 NM away
Kenai
North · Camera 1 · 3 cameras total
10 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 15 / 33 | 1,900 ft | 50 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
Nearby airports & facilities
6AK3
BUTLER AVIATION
KENAI — <1 nm
AK73
MCGAHAN INDUSTRIAL AIRPARK
NIKISHKA — 1 nm
AK73
McGahan Industrial Airpark
Nikiski — 1 nm
1AK5
OFFSHORE SYSTEMS-KENAI
NIKISKI — 1 nm
1AK5
OFFSHORE SYSTEMS-KENAI
NIKISKI — 1 nm
8AK2
CARTYS AIRSTRIP
KENAI — 2 nm
2R3
Island Lake Seaplane Base
Kenai — 2 nm
2R3
ISLAND LAKE
KENAI — 2 nm
8AK2
Carty's Airstrip
Nikiski — 2 nm
06AN
NIESEN AIRSTRIP
NIKISKI — 2 nm
06AN
NIESEN AIRSTRIP
NIKISKI — 2 nm
AK11
HIGH VISTA
NIKISKI — 3 nm
Nearest airports
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6AK3 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Butler Aviation Airport (6AK3) is a airport located in Nikiski, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 185 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 60.7278°N, 151.2778°W.
Runways
Butler Aviation Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (15/33) measures 1,900 feet by 50 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
Butler Aviation Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Butler Aviation 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 6AK3?
6AK3 is the FAA location identifier for Butler Aviation Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in Nikiski, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does Butler Aviation Airport have?
Butler Aviation Airport (6AK3) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 6AK3?
The field elevation of Butler Aviation Airport is 185 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 6AK3?
No fuel types are currently listed for Butler Aviation Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 6AK3?
The longest runway at Butler Aviation Airport is 1,900 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 6AK3?
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Where is Butler Aviation Airport located?
Butler Aviation Airport (6AK3) is located in Nikiski, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 185 ft MSL.
Does 6AK3 have weather cameras?
6AK3 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.