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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAAM
FAA
AK23
Elevation
24 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
53.972, -166.857
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
24 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
53.9720, -166.8574
Ownership
Air Force
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PADU 131756Z 29015G26KT 8SM -RA BKN031 BKN041 OVC200 03/M01 A2972 RMK AO2 PK WND 28026/1747 RAB09E25B48 SLP065 P0000 60001 T00331006 10044 20033 51025
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
290° at 15 kt G26
Visibility
8 SM
Temperature
3.3°C
Dewpoint
-0.6°C
Altimeter
1006.50 inHg
Weather
-RA
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from PADU (19 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 17:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Dutch NDB
West · Camera 4 · 4 cameras total
19 NM away
Dutch Haystack
NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
20 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 3,500 ft | 100 ft | GRVL | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for PAAM.
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PAAM Operational Overview
Location & Facility
DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION (PAAM) is a military airport restricted to private use located in DUTCH HARBOR, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 24 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 53.9720°N, 166.8574°W.
Runways
DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION has 1 runway. The longest runway (14/32) measures 3,500 feet by 100 feet with a grvl surface.
Communications & Operations
DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION, 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PAAM?
PAAM is the ICAO identifier for DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION, a public-use airport located in DUTCH HARBOR, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION have?
DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION (PAAM) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAAM?
The field elevation of DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION is 24 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PAAM?
No fuel types are currently listed for DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at PAAM?
The current flight category at DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at PAAM?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION.
How do I access complete data for PAAM?
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Where is DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION located?
DRIFTWOOD BAY AIR FORCE STATION (PAAM) is located in DUTCH HARBOR, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 24 ft MSL.
Does PAAM have weather cameras?
PAAM does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.