1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAAW
FAA
KEB
Elevation
27 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
59.352, -151.925
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
27 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
59.3521, -151.9252
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
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
Nanwalek
South · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 01 / 19 | 1,850 ft | 50 ft | GRAVEL | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | NANWALEK | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- LMTD TNST PRKG.
- DAY VFR ONLY.
- ATV TFC ON RWY.
- BE ALERT DURG E CROSSWIND; EXP DOWNDRAFTS & GUSTY CONDS.
- WX CAMERA AVBL ON INTERNET AT HTTPS://WEATHERCAMS.FAA.GOV
- RWY COND UNMNT: RCMD VISUAL INSP BFR USE.
- RWY 01 WIND SOCK NA.
- 907-235-5217.
- EXP TURB; VRBL WINDS & CLOSE IN HIGH TRRN BOTH ENDS. ARC SHAPED RWY; MAG HDG 10 DEG ONE END & HDG 190 DEGS OTR END.
- N 1000 FT CLSD INDEFLY; RMNDR 850 FT SOFT.
- VRBL BTN 75-80 FT FULL LEN.
- RISING TRRN & TREES E SIDE.
- APCH RSTRD BY MT FACE 0.21 NM FM END.
- APCH RSTRD BY VILLAGE ON HILLSIDE. NO OVRN.
- SOFT AFT RAIN; RUTS & LOOSE ROCK.
Nearby airports & facilities
KEB
Nanwalek Airport
Nanwalek — <1 nm
PGM
PORT GRAHAM
PORT GRAHAM — 3 nm
PGM
Port Graham Airport
Port Graham — 3 nm
A27
SELDOVIA
SELDOVIA — 8 nm
A27
SELDOVIA
SELDOVIA — 8 nm
SOV
Seldovia Airport
Seldovia — 9 nm
PASO
SELDOVIA
SELDOVIA — 9 nm
4Z9
JAKOLOF BAY
JAKOLOF BAY — 14 nm
4Z9
JAKOLOF BAY
JAKOLOF BAY — 14 nm
2AK4
BOOTLEGGERS COVE
HOMER — 14 nm
2AK4
Bootleggers Cove Airport
Homer — 14 nm
09AN
Kachemak Landing
Homer — 21 nm
Nearest airports
- KEB — Nanwalek Airport
Nanwalek
- PGM — PORT GRAHAM
PORT GRAHAM
- PGM — Port Graham Airport
Port Graham
- A27 — SELDOVIA
SELDOVIA
- A27 — SELDOVIA
SELDOVIA
Alaska airports
PAAW Operational Overview
Location & Facility
NANWALEK (PAAW) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in NANWALEK, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 27 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 59.3521°N, 151.9252°W.
Runways
NANWALEK has 1 runway. The longest runway (01/19) measures 1,850 feet by 50 feet with a gravel surface.
Communications & Operations
NANWALEK 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 NANWALEK, 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 PAAW?
PAAW is the ICAO identifier for NANWALEK, a public-use airport, located in NANWALEK, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does NANWALEK have?
NANWALEK (PAAW) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAAW?
The field elevation of NANWALEK is 27 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 PAAW?
No fuel types are currently listed for NANWALEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at PAAW?
The longest runway at NANWALEK is 1,850 feet long.
How do I access complete data for PAAW?
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Where is NANWALEK located?
NANWALEK (PAAW) is located in NANWALEK, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft MSL.
Does PAAW have weather cameras?
Yes, PAAW 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.