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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
7AK8
FAA
7AK8
Elevation
355 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.621, -149.615
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
355 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
61.6213, -149.6150
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 07 / 25 | 1,300 ft | 65 ft | GRVL-DIRT | - | - | - |
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7AK8
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9AK6
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WASILLA — 1 nm
06AK
JUNE LAKE AIRPARK
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AK27
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Wasilla — 1 nm
Nearest airports
- 7AK8 — CROSSWINDS LANDING
WASILLA
- AK25 — Piper Landing Airport
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- AK25 — PIPER LANDING
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- AK83 — GANNON'S LANDING
WASILLA
- AK83 — Gannon's Landing Airport
Wasilla
Alaska airports
7AK8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Hess Airport (7AK8) is a airport located in Wasilla, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 355 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.6213°N, 149.6150°W.
Runways
Hess Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 1,300 feet by 65 feet with a grvl-dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
Hess Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Hess 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 7AK8?
7AK8 is the FAA location identifier for Hess Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in Wasilla, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does Hess Airport have?
Hess Airport (7AK8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 7AK8?
The field elevation of Hess Airport is 355 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 7AK8?
No fuel types are currently listed for Hess Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 7AK8?
The longest runway at Hess Airport is 1,300 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 7AK8?
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Where is Hess Airport located?
Hess Airport (7AK8) is located in Wasilla, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 355 ft MSL.
Does 7AK8 have weather cameras?
7AK8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.