1
Runway
2
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
AQY
Elevation
164 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
60.969, -149.119
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
164 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
60.9690, -149.1193
Ownership
Public
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 AQY. 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
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 02 / 20 | 2,095 ft | 60 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | GIRDWOOD | - | CTAF | - |
| GIRDWOOD RCO | 122.15 | GIRDWOOD | GIRDWOOD | GIRDWOOD RCO | - |
Airport Remarks
- RWY COND UNMNT; RCMD VISUAL INSP BFR LNDG.
- 100 FT CABLE FM HOTEL TO ROUNDHOUSE.
- DALGT HANG GLIDER & PARASAIL ACT 2 NM NE & ON ARPT.
- OVR GROWN.
- 200 FT SAFETY AREA BOTH ENDS.
- THR REFLECTORS; EDGE MKR NA.
- THR REFLECTORS; EDGE MKR NA.
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Anchorage — 22 nm
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ANCHORAGE — 22 nm
Nearest airports
- AQY — GIRDWOOD
GIRDWOOD
- AK42 — ALYESKA RESORT
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- AK42 — Alyeska Resort Heliport
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- AN00 — RACS MAGAZINE
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- AN00 — RACS MAGAZINE
GIRDWOOD
Alaska airports
AQY Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GIRDWOOD (AQY) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in GIRDWOOD, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 164 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 60.9690°N, 149.1193°W.
Runways
GIRDWOOD has 1 runway. The longest runway (02/20) measures 2,095 feet by 60 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
GIRDWOOD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near GIRDWOOD, 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 AQY?
AQY is the ICAO identifier for GIRDWOOD, a public-use airport, located in GIRDWOOD, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does GIRDWOOD have?
GIRDWOOD (AQY) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of AQY?
The field elevation of GIRDWOOD is 164 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 AQY?
No fuel types are currently listed for GIRDWOOD. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at AQY?
The longest runway at GIRDWOOD is 2,095 feet long.
How do I access complete data for AQY?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for GIRDWOOD.
Where is GIRDWOOD located?
GIRDWOOD (AQY) is located in GIRDWOOD, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 164 ft MSL.
Does AQY have weather cameras?
AQY does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.