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Quick Facts
ICAO
PABM
FAA
37AK
Elevation
663 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
59.361, -155.259
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
663 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
59.3612, -155.2588
Ownership
Air Force
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAIL 131753Z 13007KT 10SM -RA BKN041 OVC048 04/02 A2956 RMK AO2 SLP012 P0000 60000 T00440022 10056 20039 52009
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
130° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
4.4°C
Dewpoint
2.2°C
Altimeter
1001.10 inHg
Weather
-RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PAIL (31 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at PABM. Showing nearest cameras.
Kokhanok
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
31 NM away
Iliamna
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
32 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 4,200 ft | 145 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for PABM.
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PABM Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIG MOUNTAIN (PABM) is a military airport restricted to private use located in BIG MOUNTAIN, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 663 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 59.3612°N, 155.2588°W.
Runways
BIG MOUNTAIN has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 4,200 feet by 145 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
BIG MOUNTAIN is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BIG MOUNTAIN, 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 BIG MOUNTAIN 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 PABM?
PABM is the ICAO identifier for BIG MOUNTAIN, a public-use airport located in BIG MOUNTAIN, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BIG MOUNTAIN have?
BIG MOUNTAIN (PABM) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PABM?
The field elevation of BIG MOUNTAIN is 663 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PABM?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIG MOUNTAIN. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at PABM?
The current flight category at BIG MOUNTAIN is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at PABM?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BIG MOUNTAIN.
How do I access complete data for PABM?
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Where is BIG MOUNTAIN located?
BIG MOUNTAIN (PABM) is located in BIG MOUNTAIN, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 663 ft MSL.
Does PABM have weather cameras?
PABM does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.