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Procedures
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Quick Facts
ICAO
AK98
FAA
AK98
Elevation
560 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
65.639, -167.486
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
560 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
65.6387, -167.4858
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
SPECI PAIW 271919Z AUTO 04017KT 10SM OVC005 04/04 A2997 RMK AO2
Flight Category
IFR
Wind
40° at 17 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
4°C
Dewpoint
4°C
Altimeter
1015.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PAIW (37 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 19:19Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Wales
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
37 NM away
Teller
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
73 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 1,220 ft | 70 ft | GRAVEL | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for AK98.
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AK98 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BUCK CREEK (AK98) is a publicly owned airport restricted to private use located in BUCK CREEK, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 560 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 65.6387°N, 167.4858°W.
Runways
BUCK CREEK has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 1,220 feet by 70 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
BUCK CREEK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BUCK CREEK, 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 BUCK CREEK 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 AK98?
AK98 is the ICAO identifier for BUCK CREEK, a public-use airport located in BUCK CREEK, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BUCK CREEK have?
BUCK CREEK (AK98) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AK98?
The field elevation of BUCK CREEK is 560 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at AK98?
No fuel types are currently listed for BUCK CREEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at AK98?
The current flight category at BUCK CREEK is IFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at AK98?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for BUCK CREEK.
How do I access complete data for AK98?
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Where is BUCK CREEK located?
BUCK CREEK (AK98) is located in BUCK CREEK, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 560 ft MSL.
Does AK98 have weather cameras?
AK98 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.