1
Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
85AK
Elevation
150 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.509, -149.909
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
150 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.5092, -149.9086
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
METAR PANC 131753Z 26005KT 10SM BKN065 BKN095 09/03 A2962 RMK AO2 SLP032 T00890033 10089 20039 53003
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
260° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
8.9°C
Dewpoint
3.3°C
Altimeter
1003.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PANC (21 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09W/27W | 3,400 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | MARION |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 85AK.
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85AK Operational Overview
Location & Facility
MARION (85AK) is a privately owned seaplane base restricted to private use located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 150 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.5092°N, 149.9086°W.
Runways
MARION has 1 runway. The longest runway (09W/27W) measures 3,400 feet by 200 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
MARION 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 MARION, 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 MARION 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 85AK?
85AK is the ICAO identifier for MARION, a public-use airport located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does MARION have?
MARION (85AK) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 85AK?
The field elevation of MARION is 150 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 85AK?
No fuel types are currently listed for MARION. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 85AK?
The current flight category at MARION is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 85AK?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for MARION.
How do I access complete data for 85AK?
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Where is MARION located?
MARION (85AK) is located in BIG LAKE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 150 ft MSL.
Does 85AK have weather cameras?
85AK does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.