1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
Z17
Elevation
595 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
63.146, -156.529
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
595 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
63.1459, -156.5289
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 Z17. 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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East · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 11 / 29 | 1,940 ft | 60 ft | GRVL-DIRT | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | OPHIR | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- ESTABD PRIOR TO 1959.
- RY NOT MAINTAINED ON A REGULAR SCHEDULE; RCMD INSPECTION PRIOR TO USE.
- WINDSOCK MISSING - WEST END.
- SHARP ROCKS 2 IN X 6 IN ON RWY SFC. RIDGES, RUTS, & EQUIP TRACKS ON RWY SFC, 2 IN X 4 IN DEEP. STANDING WATER ON RWY SFC AFTER RAIN. SAFETY AREAS ON RWY EDGES VERY ROUGH. WEST 500 FT OF RWY UNDER WATER DUE TO FLOODING.
- PUDDLES, TREES, & SHRUBS ON RWY. FIRST 300 FT OF WEST END FLOODED.
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Nearest airports
- Z17 — Ophir Airport
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- A77 — YANKEE CREEK 2
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- A77 — Yankee Creek 2 Airport
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- TCT — TAKOTNA
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Alaska airports
Z17 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
OPHIR (Z17) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in OPHIR, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 595 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 63.1459°N, 156.5289°W.
Runways
OPHIR has 1 runway. The longest runway (11/29) measures 1,940 feet by 60 feet with a grvl-dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
OPHIR is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near OPHIR, 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 Z17?
Z17 is the FAA location identifier for OPHIR, a public-use airport, located in OPHIR, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does OPHIR have?
OPHIR (Z17) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of Z17?
The field elevation of OPHIR is 595 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 Z17?
No fuel types are currently listed for OPHIR. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at Z17?
The longest runway at OPHIR is 1,940 feet long.
How do I access complete data for Z17?
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Where is OPHIR located?
OPHIR (Z17) is located in OPHIR, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 595 ft MSL.
Does Z17 have weather cameras?
Z17 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.