1
Runway
3
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
CKX
Elevation
1,640 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
3
Tower
No
Fuel
MOGAS
Coordinates
64.067, -141.951
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,640 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.8 MHz
Fuel Types
MOGAS
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
64.0668, -141.9513
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 CKX. 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
Eagle
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
64 NM away
Tok
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
68 NM away
8 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 13 / 31 | 2,500 ft | 60 ft | GRVL-DIRT | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | CHICKENSNOW REMOVAL OPS - MNT CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| TAYLOR MOUNTAIN RCO | 121.35 | TAYLOR MOUNTAIN | TAYLOR MOUNTAIN | TAYLOR MOUNTAIN RCO | - |
| UNICOM | 122.8 | CHICKEN | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- RWY COND UNMNT; RCMD VISUAL INSP BFR LNDG.
- CTN: FIRE CREWS & HEL DURG SUMMER.
- SNOW REMOVAL OPS - MNT CTAF.
- SUAIS - 125.3/126.3 (1-800-758-8723).
- EXP TURB DURG APCH.
- WATERFOWL ON & INVOF RWY IN SUMMER.
- THR PANELS & CONES.
- THR PANELS & CONES.
- DIP IN CNTR; UPSLOPE TO BOTH ENDS.
Nearby airports & facilities
PAAY
CHICKEN
CHICKEN — <1 nm
BYA
Boundary Airport
Boundary — 22 nm
BYA
BOUNDARY
BOUNDARY — 22 nm
PAEG
EAGLE
EAGLE — 47 nm
PFTO
TOK JUNCTION
TOK — 52 nm
6K8
Tok Junction Airport
Tok — 52 nm
8AK9
Tok 2 Airport
Tok — 54 nm
8AK9
TOK 2
TOK — 54 nm
TSG
TANACROSS
TANACROSS — 55 nm
TSG
Tanacross Airport
Tanacross — 56 nm
3T4
TETLIN
TETLIN — 59 nm
3T4
TETLIN
TETLIN — 59 nm
Nearest airports
- PAAY — CHICKEN
CHICKEN
- BYA — Boundary Airport
Boundary
- BYA — BOUNDARY
BOUNDARY
- PAEG — EAGLE
EAGLE
- PFTO — TOK JUNCTION
TOK
Alaska airports
CKX Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CHICKEN (CKX) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in CHICKEN, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,640 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 64.0668°N, 141.9513°W.
Runways
CHICKEN has 1 runway. The longest runway (13/31) measures 2,500 feet by 60 feet with a grvl-dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
CHICKEN is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 3 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
CHICKEN offers MOGAS fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near CHICKEN, 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 CKX?
CKX is the ICAO identifier for CHICKEN, a public-use airport, located in CHICKEN, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does CHICKEN have?
CHICKEN (CKX) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of CKX?
The field elevation of CHICKEN is 1,640 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 CKX?
Yes, CHICKEN offers MOGAS fuel.
What is the longest runway at CKX?
The longest runway at CHICKEN is 2,500 feet long.
How do I access complete data for CKX?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for CHICKEN.
Where is CHICKEN located?
CHICKEN (CKX) is located in CHICKEN, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 1,640 ft MSL.
Does CKX have weather cameras?
CKX does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.