1
Runway
4
Frequencies
0
Procedures
2
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
PABA
FAA
BTI
Elevation
55.1 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
4
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
70.113, -143.654
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
55.1 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
70.1131, -143.6536
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PABA 131656Z AUTO 08020KT 5SM -SN CLR M09/M12 A3003 RMK AO2 PK WND 07027/1636 SLP188 P0000 T10891117 FZRANO TSNO
Flight Category
MVFR
Wind
80° at 20 kt
Visibility
5 SM
Temperature
-8.9°C
Dewpoint
-11.7°C
Altimeter
1017.00 inHg
Weather
-SN
Cloud Cover
CLR
Observed 2026-05-13 16:56Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 4,500 ft | 100 ft | GRAVEL | MED |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| BARTER ISLAND RCAG | 120.6 | BARTER ISLAND |
| BARTER ISLAND RCO | 122.0 | BARTER ISLAND |
| BTI AWOS-3P | 121.450 | - |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | BARTER ISLAND |
Active NOTAMs
BTI 26/002
2026-05-14 16:30 – 2026-05-14 23:50
BTI 26/001
2026-05-13 17:00 – 2026-05-14 00:30
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PABA Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BARTER ISLAND (PABA) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in BARTER ISLAND, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 55.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 70.1131°N, 143.6536°W.
Runways
BARTER ISLAND has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 4,500 feet by 100 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
BARTER ISLAND is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 4 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at BARTER ISLAND is MVFR (Marginal VFR — reduced visibility or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations. There are currently 2 active NOTAMs for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PABA?
PABA is the ICAO identifier for BARTER ISLAND, a public-use airport located in BARTER ISLAND, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BARTER ISLAND have?
BARTER ISLAND (PABA) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PABA?
The field elevation of BARTER ISLAND is 55.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PABA?
No fuel types are currently listed for BARTER ISLAND. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at PABA?
The current flight category at BARTER ISLAND is MVFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at PABA?
There are currently 2 active NOTAMs for BARTER ISLAND. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.
How do I access complete data for PABA?
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Where is BARTER ISLAND located?
BARTER ISLAND (PABA) is located in BARTER ISLAND, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 55.1 ft MSL.