1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
GNU
Elevation
18.1 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
59.118, -161.574
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
18.1 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
59.1179, -161.5737
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Weather Camera
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 06 / 24 | 3,300 ft | 75 ft | GRAVEL | MED | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.8 | GOODNEWSACTVT ROTG BCN - CTAF.; ACTVT MIRL RY 06/24 - CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- ACTVT ROTG BCN - CTAF.
- RY COND NOT MONITORED; RCMD VISUAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO USING.
- WATERFOWL INVOF ARPT.
- WX CAMERA AVBL ON INTERNET AT HTTPS://WEATHERCAMS.FAA.GOV
- ACTVT MIRL RY 06/24 - CTAF.
Nearby airports & facilities
GNU
GOODNEWS
GOODNEWS — <1 nm
PAPM
PLATINUM
PLATINUM — 10 nm
PTU
PLATINUM
PLATINUM — 10 nm
6AK1
PLATINUM MINE
PLATINUM — 13 nm
6AK1
Platinum Mine Airport
Platinum — 13 nm
PAEH
CAPE NEWENHAM LRRS
CAPE NEWENHAM — 32 nm
PATG
TOGIAK
TOGIAK VILLAGE — 37 nm
AQH
Quinhagak Airport
Quinhagak — 39 nm
PAQH
QUINHAGAK
QUINHAGAK — 39 nm
A63
TWIN HILLS
TWIN HILLS — 40 nm
A63
Twin Hills Airport
Twin Hills — 40 nm
KWK
Kwigillingok Seaplane Base
Kwigillingok — 64 nm
Nearest airports
- GNU — GOODNEWS
GOODNEWS
- PAPM — PLATINUM
PLATINUM
- PTU — PLATINUM
PLATINUM
- 6AK1 — PLATINUM MINE
PLATINUM
- 6AK1 — Platinum Mine Airport
Platinum
Alaska airports
GNU Operational Overview
Location & Facility
GOODNEWS (GNU) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in GOODNEWS, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 18.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 59.1179°N, 161.5737°W.
Runways
GOODNEWS has 1 runway. The longest runway (06/24) measures 3,300 feet by 75 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
GOODNEWS is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near GOODNEWS, 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 GNU?
GNU is the ICAO identifier for GOODNEWS, a public-use airport located in GOODNEWS, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does GOODNEWS have?
GOODNEWS (GNU) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of GNU?
The field elevation of GOODNEWS is 18.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at GNU?
No fuel types are currently listed for GOODNEWS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at GNU?
The longest runway at GOODNEWS is 3,300 feet long.
How do I access complete data for GNU?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for GOODNEWS.
Where is GOODNEWS located?
GOODNEWS (GNU) is located in GOODNEWS, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 18.1 ft MSL.
Does GNU have weather cameras?
Yes, GNU 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.