1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
8AK5
Elevation
650 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
62.514, -150.265
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
650 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
62.5139, -150.2653
Ownership
Private
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at 8AK5. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
McKinley South
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
6 NM away
Talkeetna
East · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
15 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 1,800 ft | 50 ft | GRVL | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- RUNWAYS ARE GRAVEL WITH NATURAL GRASSES CUT SHORT.
- NO LIGHTS OR MARKINGS ON THE RUNWAY. A WIND SOCK MAY BE PRESENT.
- 50 FT TREES AT THE NORTH END AND 600 FT OF LEVEL SWAMP FOLLOWED BY 50 FT TREES AT THE SOUTH END.
- PREFERRED LANDING TO THE NORTH AND TAKE OFF TO THE SOUTH DUE TO PRIVATE PROPERTY/SUBDIVISION TO THE NORTH.
- EMERGENCY LANDINGS BY UNAUTHORISED AIRCRAFT ALLOWED.
- NO PUBLIC ACCESS (OTHER THAN EMERGENCY LANDING) TO AIRSTRIP WITHOUT OWNERS PRIOR APPROVAL
Nearby airports & facilities
8AK5
Fort Crosby Airport
Trapper Creek — <1 nm
3AK3
Songlo Vista Airport
Talkeetna — 3 nm
3AK3
SONGLO VISTA
TALKEETNA — 3 nm
61AK
ERA CHULITNA RIVER
TRAPPER CREEK/TALKEETNA — 3 nm
61AK
ERA CHULITNA RIVER
TRAPPER CREEK/TALKEETNA — 3 nm
81AK
MC KINLEY COUNTRY
TRAPPER CREEK — 3 nm
81AK
McKinley Country Airport
Trapper Creek — 4 nm
AA00
Shump Airport
Talkeetna — 9 nm
AA00
SHUMP
TALKEETNA — 9 nm
0AA5
Rangeview Airstrip
Trapper Creek — 12 nm
0AA5
RANGEVIEW AIRSTRIP
TRAPPER CREEK — 12 nm
AK44
Talkeetna Village Strip
Talkeetna — 12 nm
Nearest airports
- 8AK5 — Fort Crosby Airport
Trapper Creek
- 3AK3 — Songlo Vista Airport
Talkeetna
- 3AK3 — SONGLO VISTA
TALKEETNA
- 61AK — ERA CHULITNA RIVER
TRAPPER CREEK/TALKEETNA
- 61AK — ERA CHULITNA RIVER
TRAPPER CREEK/TALKEETNA
Alaska airports
8AK5 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FORT CROSBY (8AK5) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in TRAPPER CREEK, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 650 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 62.5139°N, 150.2653°W.
Runways
FORT CROSBY has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 1,800 feet by 50 feet with a grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
FORT CROSBY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near FORT CROSBY, 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 8AK5?
8AK5 is the FAA location identifier for FORT CROSBY, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in TRAPPER CREEK, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does FORT CROSBY have?
FORT CROSBY (8AK5) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 8AK5?
The field elevation of FORT CROSBY is 650 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at 8AK5?
No fuel types are currently listed for FORT CROSBY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at 8AK5?
The longest runway at FORT CROSBY is 1,800 feet long.
How do I access complete data for 8AK5?
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Where is FORT CROSBY located?
FORT CROSBY (8AK5) is located in TRAPPER CREEK, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 650 ft MSL.
Does 8AK5 have weather cameras?
8AK5 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.