1
Runway
4
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAFS
FAA
FSP
Elevation
447.3 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
4
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
63.019, -154.358
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
447.3 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
63.0186, -154.3584
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Weather Camera
Nikolai
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 05 / 23 | 4,001 ft | 75 ft | GRAVEL | MED | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | NIKOLAIACVT ROTG BCN - CTAF.; ACTVT REIL RWY 05 & 23; PAPI RWY 05 & 23; MIRL RWY 05/23 - CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| FSP AWOS-3P | 118.325 | - | - | FSP AWOS-3P | - |
| MC GRATH RCAG | 128.1 | MC GRATHAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY ANCHORAGE ARTCC ON FREQS 128.1/353.8 (MC GRATH RCAG). | - | MC GRATH RCAG | - |
| MC GRATH RCAG | XXX.XXX | MC GRATHAPCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY ANCHORAGE ARTCC ON FREQS 128.1/353.8 (MC GRATH RCAG). | - | MC GRATH RCAG | - |
Airport Remarks
- ACVT ROTG BCN - CTAF.
- RWY COND UNMNT; RCMD VISUAL INSP BFR USE.
- WX CAMERA AVBL ON INTERNET AT HTTPS://WEATHERCAMS.FAA.GOV.
- ACTVT REIL RWY 05 & 23; PAPI RWY 05 & 23; MIRL RWY 05/23 - CTAF.
- BRUSH INSIDE OF SEGMENTED CRC.
- MULT LGTS BROKEN ENTIRE LEN. BRUSH & GRASS OBSC LGTS.
Nearby airports & facilities
FSP
NIKOLAI
NIKOLAI — <1 nm
AK40
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McGrath — 17 nm
AK40
NIXON FORK MINE
MC GRATH — 17 nm
56AK
HINKES
MC GRATH — 30 nm
56AK
HINKES
MC GRATH — 30 nm
0AA4
FAREWELL
FAREWELL — 33 nm
0AA4
FAREWELL
FAREWELL — 33 nm
16Z
MC GRATH
MC GRATH — 34 nm
16Z
MC GRATH
MC GRATH — 34 nm
PAMC
MC GRATH
MC GRATH — 34 nm
FKK
FAREWELL LAKE
FAREWELL LAKE — 35 nm
PAFK
FAREWELL LAKE
FAREWELL LAKE — 35 nm
Nearest airports
- FSP — NIKOLAI
NIKOLAI
- AK40 — Nixon Fork Mine Airport
McGrath
- AK40 — NIXON FORK MINE
MC GRATH
- 56AK — HINKES
MC GRATH
- 56AK — HINKES
MC GRATH
Alaska airports
PAFS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
NIKOLAI (PAFS) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in NIKOLAI, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 447.3 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 63.0186°N, 154.3584°W.
Runways
NIKOLAI has 1 runway. The longest runway (05/23) measures 4,001 feet by 75 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
NIKOLAI is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 4 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near NIKOLAI, 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 PAFS?
PAFS is the ICAO identifier for NIKOLAI, a public-use airport located in NIKOLAI, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does NIKOLAI have?
NIKOLAI (PAFS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAFS?
The field elevation of NIKOLAI is 447.3 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PAFS?
No fuel types are currently listed for NIKOLAI. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at PAFS?
The longest runway at NIKOLAI is 4,001 feet long.
How do I access complete data for PAFS?
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Where is NIKOLAI located?
NIKOLAI (PAFS) is located in NIKOLAI, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 447.3 ft MSL.
Does PAFS have weather cameras?
Yes, PAFS has 4 weather camera(s) provided by the FAA Weather Camera Program. Images update every 10 minutes. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all camera angles and nearby airport cameras.