1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
AK85
Elevation
110 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.482, -149.764
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
110 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.8 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.4823, -149.7640
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
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 AK85. 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
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
NorthEast · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
14 NM away
Wasilla
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
14 NM away
11 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN / PCR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 07 / 25 | 800 ft | 100 ft | TURF | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | BIRCHWATER | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- 200 FT RADIO TWR .5 NM SSW.
- AIRPORT AND RESIDENCE
Nearby airports & facilities
AK85
Birchwater Airport
Wasilla — <1 nm
6A7
Brocker Lake Seaplane Base
Big Lake — <1 nm
6A7
BROCKER LAKE
BIG LAKE — <1 nm
79AK
HUTTUNEN STRIP
WASILLA — 1 nm
79AK
Huttunen Strip
Wasilla — 1 nm
55AK
LAWRENCE AIRSTRIP
WASILLA — 2 nm
55AK
LAWRENCE AIRSTRIP
WASILLA — 2 nm
AK99
GRAND HOME
WASILLA — 2 nm
AK99
GRAND HOME
WASILLA — 2 nm
AK16
Sunset Strip
Wasilla — 3 nm
AK16
SUNSET STRIP
WASILLA — 3 nm
PAGQ
BIG LAKE
BIG LAKE — 3 nm
Nearest airports
- AK85 — Birchwater Airport
Wasilla
- 6A7 — Brocker Lake Seaplane Base
Big Lake
- 6A7 — BROCKER LAKE
BIG LAKE
- 79AK — HUTTUNEN STRIP
WASILLA
- 79AK — Huttunen Strip
Wasilla
Alaska airports
AK85 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
BIRCHWATER (AK85) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 110 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.4823°N, 149.7640°W.
Runways
BIRCHWATER has 1 runway. The longest runway (07/25) measures 800 feet by 100 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
BIRCHWATER is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near BIRCHWATER, 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 AK85?
AK85 is the FAA location identifier for BIRCHWATER, a private-use airport — permission from the owner is required before landing, located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does BIRCHWATER have?
BIRCHWATER (AK85) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AK85?
The field elevation of BIRCHWATER is 110 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 AK85?
No fuel types are currently listed for BIRCHWATER. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at AK85?
The longest runway at BIRCHWATER is 800 feet long.
How do I access complete data for AK85?
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Where is BIRCHWATER located?
BIRCHWATER (AK85) is located in WASILLA, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 110 ft MSL.
Does AK85 have weather cameras?
AK85 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.