1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
K55
Elevation
2,080 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.177, -145.688
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,080 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.1773, -145.6884
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAVD 221356Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN006 BKN016 OVC047 02/02 A3000 RMK AO2 UPB10E29RAB29E42 SLP157 P0000 T00220022 FZRANO TSNO $
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
2.2°C
Dewpoint
2.2°C
Altimeter
1016.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PAVD (33 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 13:56Z
Weather Camera
Thompson Pass
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 2,530 ft | 9 ft | TURF-GRVL | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | THOMPSON PASS |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for K55.
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K55 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
THOMPSON PASS (K55) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.1773°N, 145.6884°W.
Runways
THOMPSON PASS has 1 runway. The longest runway (05/23) measures 2,530 feet by 9 feet with a turf-grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
THOMPSON PASS 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 THOMPSON PASS, 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 THOMPSON PASS is IFR (Instrument Flight Rules — instrument approach required). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K55?
K55 is the ICAO identifier for THOMPSON PASS, a public-use airport located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does THOMPSON PASS have?
THOMPSON PASS (K55) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of K55?
The field elevation of THOMPSON PASS is 2,080 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at K55?
No fuel types are currently listed for THOMPSON PASS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at K55?
The current flight category at THOMPSON PASS is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at K55?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for THOMPSON PASS.
How do I access complete data for K55?
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Where is THOMPSON PASS located?
THOMPSON PASS (K55) is located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 2,080 ft MSL.
Does K55 have weather cameras?
Yes, K55 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.