1
Runway
0
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
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
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at AK98. Showing nearest cameras.
Wales
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
37 NM away
Teller
NorthWest · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
73 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 17 / 35 | 1,220 ft | 70 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
Airport Remarks
- ESTABD PRIOR TO 1959.
- ARPT 1/2 MI N ABNDD MINING CAMP.
- LAND AT OWN RISK, ARPT INACTIVE, NOT MAINTAINED.
- RWY MARKED BY BARRELS.
Nearby airports & facilities
AK98
BUCK CREEK
BUCK CREEK — <1 nm
TNC
TIN CITY LRRS
TIN CITY — 12 nm
PATC
TIN CITY LRRS
TIN CITY — 12 nm
PAIW
WALES
WALES — 15 nm
LSR
Lost River 1 Airport
Lost River — 16 nm
PAPC
PORT CLARENCE CGS
PORT CLARENCE — 28 nm
KPC
PORT CLARENCE CGS
PORT CLARENCE — 28 nm
KTS
BREVIG MISSION
BREVIG MISSION — 31 nm
PFKT
BREVIG MISSION
BREVIG MISSION — 31 nm
DM2
DIOMEDE
DIOMEDE — 37 nm
PPDM
DIOMEDE
DIOMEDE — 37 nm
PATE
TELLER
TELLER — 37 nm
Nearest airports
- AK98 — BUCK CREEK
BUCK CREEK
- TNC — TIN CITY LRRS
TIN CITY
- PATC — TIN CITY LRRS
TIN CITY
- PAIW — WALES
WALES
- LSR — Lost River 1 Airport
Lost River
Alaska airports
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.
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 is the longest runway at AK98?
The longest runway at BUCK CREEK is 1,220 feet long.
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.