5
Runways
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
AK51
Elevation
101.6 ft MSL
Runways
5
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
58.647, -156.580
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
101.6 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
58.6469, -156.5799
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at AK51. Showing nearest cameras.
King Salmon
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
5 NM away
South Naknek
SouthEast · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
26 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01W/19W | 01W / 19W | 4,000 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - | - | - |
| 05/23 | 05 / 23 | 1,513 ft | 50 ft | TURF-GRVL | - | - | - |
| 08W/26W | 08W / 26W | 3,000 ft | 100 ft | WATER | - | - | - |
| 12W/30W | 12W / 30W | 4,000 ft | 200 ft | WATER | - | - | - |
| 14/32 | 14 / 32 | 1,465 ft | 50 ft | TURF-GRVL | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- WATERWAYS AVBL TO PUB; DOCK CLSD TO PUB.
- CTN: WATERFOWL & WATERCRAFT INVOF ARPT.
- CTC AKN ATCT OR USE AKN CTAF PRIOR TO OPS.
- ALQILIQ TRUST
- NMRS SHOALS, WIND CHANNEL, STEEP BLIND APCH; HAZ.
- SHOAL SW SIDE DURG LOW TIDE.
Nearby airports & facilities
AK51
Flying C Airport
King Salmon — <1 nm
PAKN
KING SALMON
KING SALMON — 3 nm
PFWS
SOUTH NAKNEK NR 2
SOUTH NAKNEK — 14 nm
WSN
South Naknek Number 2 Airport
South Naknek — 14 nm
4AK9
TIBBETTS
NAKNEK — 14 nm
4AK9
TIBBETTS
NAKNEK — 14 nm
5NK
Naknek Airport
Naknek — 15 nm
5NK
NAKNEK
NAKNEK — 15 nm
76Z
NAKEEN
NAKEEN — 22 nm
76Z
Nakeen Airport
Nakeen — 22 nm
5Z9
LAKE BROOKS
KATMAI NATIONAL PARK — 26 nm
5Z9
Lake Brooks Seaplane Base
Katmai National Park — 26 nm
Nearest airports
- AK51 — Flying C Airport
King Salmon
- PAKN — KING SALMON
KING SALMON
- PFWS — SOUTH NAKNEK NR 2
SOUTH NAKNEK
- WSN — South Naknek Number 2 Airport
South Naknek
- 4AK9 — TIBBETTS
NAKNEK
Alaska airports
AK51 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIG CREEK (AK51) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 101.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 58.6469°N, 156.5799°W.
Runways
BIG CREEK has 5 runways. The longest runway (01W/19W) measures 4,000 feet by 200 feet with a water surface. Other runways include 05/23 (1,513 ft, TURF-GRVL), 08W/26W (3,000 ft, WATER), 12W/30W (4,000 ft, WATER).
Communications & Operations
BIG CREEK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BIG 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AK51?
AK51 is the ICAO identifier for BIG CREEK, a public-use airport located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BIG CREEK have?
BIG CREEK (AK51) has 5 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AK51?
The field elevation of BIG CREEK is 101.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at AK51?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIG CREEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at AK51?
The longest runway at BIG CREEK is 4,000 feet long.
How do I access complete data for AK51?
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Where is BIG CREEK located?
BIG CREEK (AK51) is located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 101.6 ft MSL.
Does AK51 have weather cameras?
AK51 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.