1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
Z81
Elevation
509 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
64.909, -165.015
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
509 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
64.9090, -165.0147
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAOM 221153Z AUTO 04005KT 10SM CLR 04/01 A2952 RMK AO2 SLP996 T00390011 10094 20028 55001 TSNO
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
40° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
3.9°C
Dewpoint
1.1°C
Altimeter
999.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from PAOM (35 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-22 11:53Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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SouthWest · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
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SouthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
82 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 2,000 ft | 55 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | SALMON LAKE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for Z81.
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Z81 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
SALMON LAKE (Z81) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SALMON LAKE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 509 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 64.9090°N, 165.0147°W.
Runways
SALMON LAKE has 1 runway. The longest runway (15/33) measures 2,000 feet by 55 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
SALMON LAKE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near SALMON 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 SALMON 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 Z81?
Z81 is the ICAO identifier for SALMON LAKE, a public-use airport located in SALMON LAKE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does SALMON LAKE have?
SALMON LAKE (Z81) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of Z81?
The field elevation of SALMON LAKE is 509 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at Z81?
No fuel types are currently listed for SALMON LAKE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at Z81?
The current flight category at SALMON LAKE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at Z81?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for SALMON LAKE.
How do I access complete data for Z81?
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Where is SALMON LAKE located?
SALMON LAKE (Z81) is located in SALMON LAKE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 509 ft MSL.
Does Z81 have weather cameras?
Z81 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.