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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
0AK8
Elevation
1,320 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.427, -142.979
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,320 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.4269, -142.9788
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 02 / 20 | 2,000 ft | 60 ft | GRVL | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APT REMARK 1 WITH UNICOM FREQ | 122.9 | FIREWEEDUNICOM 122.9. | - | APT REMARK 1 WITH UNICOM FREQ | - |
Airport Remarks
- UNICOM 122.9.
- EMAIL - AL.CLAYTON@CDLAW.PRO
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0AK8
Fireweed Airport
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0AK5
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MYK
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4AK3
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LONG LAKE — 10 nm
4AK3
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LONG LAKE — 10 nm
AK0
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Nearest airports
- 0AK8 — Fireweed Airport
McCarthy
- AK31 — Swift Creek Airport
Mccarthy
- AK31 — SWIFT CREEK
MCCARTHY
- 15Z — MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY
- PAMX — MCCARTHY
MCCARTHY
Alaska airports
0AK8 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FIREWEED (0AK8) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in MCCARTHY, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,320 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.4269°N, 142.9788°W.
Runways
FIREWEED has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,000 feet by 60 feet with a grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
FIREWEED is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near FIREWEED, 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 0AK8?
0AK8 is the ICAO identifier for FIREWEED, a public-use airport located in MCCARTHY, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does FIREWEED have?
FIREWEED (0AK8) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 0AK8?
The field elevation of FIREWEED is 1,320 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 0AK8?
No fuel types are currently listed for FIREWEED. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 0AK8?
The longest runway at FIREWEED is 2,000 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 0AK8?
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Where is FIREWEED located?
FIREWEED (0AK8) is located in MCCARTHY, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 1,320 ft MSL.
Does 0AK8 have weather cameras?
0AK8 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.