1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
A79
Elevation
50 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
56.255, -158.778
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
50 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
56.2555, -158.7778
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAJC 091756Z AUTO 24008KT 10SM SCT100 BKN110 13/03 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP130 T01280033 10133 20083 53006
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
240° at 8 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.8°C
Dewpoint
3.3°C
Altimeter
1012.60 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PAJC (25 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-09 17:56Z
Weather Camera
Chignik Lake
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 2,800 ft | 60 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | CHIGNIK LAKE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for A79.
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A79 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHIGNIK LAKE (A79) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in CHIGNIK LAKE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 50 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 56.2555°N, 158.7778°W.
Runways
CHIGNIK LAKE has 1 runway. The longest runway (08/26) measures 2,800 feet by 60 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
CHIGNIK LAKE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near CHIGNIK 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 CHIGNIK 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 A79?
A79 is the ICAO identifier for CHIGNIK LAKE, a public-use airport located in CHIGNIK LAKE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does CHIGNIK LAKE have?
CHIGNIK LAKE (A79) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of A79?
The field elevation of CHIGNIK LAKE is 50 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at A79?
No fuel types are currently listed for CHIGNIK LAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at A79?
The current flight category at CHIGNIK LAKE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at A79?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for CHIGNIK LAKE.
How do I access complete data for A79?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for CHIGNIK LAKE.
Where is CHIGNIK LAKE located?
CHIGNIK LAKE (A79) is located in CHIGNIK LAKE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 50 ft MSL.
Does A79 have weather cameras?
Yes, A79 has 4 weather camera(s) provided by the FAA Weather Camera Program. Images update every 10 minutes. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all camera angles and nearby airport cameras.