1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
K55
Elevation
2,080 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
61.177, -145.688
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
2,080 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
61.1773, -145.6884
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).
Weather Camera
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
Thompson Pass
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 05 / 23 | 2,530 ft | 9 ft | TURF-GRVL | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | THOMPSON PASS | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- ALSO KNOWN AS 30 MILE.
- 20 SM E VALDEZ.
- UNCTLD VEHICLE TFC ON RWY.
- EXP TURBULENT WIND.
- HIGH TRRN ALL QUADS.
- RWY COND UNMNT: RCMD VISUAL INSP PRIOR TO USE.
- ALL OPS PPR - AMGR.
- RWY UNSAFE FOR LNDG, TKOF OR TGL DUE TO DEBRIS ON RWY - AMGR.
- E SIDE 9 FT UNUSBL; RMNG OVERGROWN WITH 4 FT BRUSH.
- FIRST 300 FT SOFT & RUTTED. 1 FT GRASS & BRUSH FIRST 1200 FT; REMAINDER 10 FT BRUSH.
- PWR LINE CROSSES HILL ON APCH END.
- EAST HALF OF RWY OVERGROWN WITH 10 FT BRUSH; STRIP 10X2270 FT UNUSABLE. WEST HALF OF RWY LOOSE GRAVEL & SMALL BRUSH TO 6 IN.
- SOFT AFT RAIN. RISES SLIGHTLY AT EACH END.
Nearby airports & facilities
K55
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VALDEZ — <1 nm
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VALDEZ — 16 nm
1AK7
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1AK7
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VALDEZ — 19 nm
3AA3
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1Z9
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ELLAMAR — 34 nm
1Z9
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PAKA
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TATITLEK — 34 nm
7KA
TATITLEK
TATITLEK — 34 nm
CKU
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Cordova — 38 nm
Nearest airports
- K55 — THOMPSON PASS
VALDEZ
- L93 — ROBE LAKE
VALDEZ
- L93 — Robe Lake Seaplane Base
Valdez
- PAVD — VALDEZ PIONEER FLD
VALDEZ
- 1AK7 — VALDEZ HOSPITAL
VALDEZ
Alaska airports
K55 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
THOMPSON PASS (K55) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 61.1773°N, 145.6884°W.
Runways
THOMPSON PASS has 1 runway. The longest runway (05/23) measures 2,530 feet by 9 feet with a turf-grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
THOMPSON PASS 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 THOMPSON PASS, 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 K55?
K55 is the FAA location identifier for THOMPSON PASS, a public-use airport, located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does THOMPSON PASS have?
THOMPSON PASS (K55) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of K55?
The field elevation of THOMPSON PASS is 2,080 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 K55?
No fuel types are currently listed for THOMPSON PASS. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at K55?
The longest runway at THOMPSON PASS is 2,530 feet long.
How do I access complete data for K55?
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Where is THOMPSON PASS located?
THOMPSON PASS (K55) is located in VALDEZ, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 2,080 ft MSL.
Does K55 have weather cameras?
Yes, K55 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.