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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
AK40
FAA
AK40
Elevation
1,510 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
63.229, -154.760
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,510 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
Coordinates
63.2292, -154.7600
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
27 NM away
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North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
53 NM away
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 4,200 ft | 100 ft | GRVL-G | - | - | - |
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AK40
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MC GRATH — <1 nm
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FSP
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16Z
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16Z
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PAMC
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PPCT
TAKOTNA
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TCT
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PATL
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TLJ
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KCR
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Nearest airports
- AK40 — NIXON FORK MINE
MC GRATH
- PAFS — NIKOLAI
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- FSP — NIKOLAI
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- 16Z — MC GRATH
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- 16Z — MC GRATH
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Alaska airports
AK40 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Nixon Fork Mine Airport (AK40) is a airport located in McGrath, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,510 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 63.2292°N, 154.7600°W.
Runways
Nixon Fork Mine Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 4,200 feet by 100 feet with a grvl-g surface.
Communications & Operations
Nixon Fork Mine Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near Nixon Fork Mine Airport, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AK40?
AK40 is the FAA location identifier for Nixon Fork Mine Airport, an airport whose use category the FAA does not publish, located in McGrath, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does Nixon Fork Mine Airport have?
Nixon Fork Mine Airport (AK40) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AK40?
The field elevation of Nixon Fork Mine Airport is 1,510 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA does not publish how this figure was determined; it may be estimated rather than surveyed.
Is fuel available at AK40?
No fuel types are currently listed for Nixon Fork Mine Airport. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at AK40?
The longest runway at Nixon Fork Mine Airport is 4,200 feet long.
How do I access complete data for AK40?
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Where is Nixon Fork Mine Airport located?
Nixon Fork Mine Airport (AK40) is located in McGrath, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 1,510 ft MSL.
Does AK40 have weather cameras?
AK40 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.