1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAEL
FAA
ELV
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
58.195, -136.347
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
0 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
58.1952, -136.3474
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAGS 131656Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM BKN050 09/04 A2978 RMK AO2 SLP083 T00890039 $
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
0° at 0 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
8.9°C
Dewpoint
3.9°C
Altimeter
1008.50 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from PAGS (41 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NW/SE | 10,000 ft | 1500 ft | WATER | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | ELFIN COVE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for PAEL.
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PAEL Operational Overview
Location & Facility
ELFIN COVE (PAEL) is a publicly owned seaplane base open to the public located in ELFIN COVE, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 58.1952°N, 136.3474°W.
Runways
ELFIN COVE has 1 runway. The longest runway (NW/SE) measures 10,000 feet by 1500 feet with a water surface.
Communications & Operations
ELFIN COVE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near ELFIN COVE, 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 ELFIN COVE 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 PAEL?
PAEL is the ICAO identifier for ELFIN COVE, a public-use airport located in ELFIN COVE, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does ELFIN COVE have?
ELFIN COVE (PAEL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAEL?
The field elevation of ELFIN COVE is 0 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PAEL?
No fuel types are currently listed for ELFIN COVE. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at PAEL?
The current flight category at ELFIN COVE is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at PAEL?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for ELFIN COVE.
How do I access complete data for PAEL?
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Where is ELFIN COVE located?
ELFIN COVE (PAEL) is located in ELFIN COVE, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 0 ft MSL.
Does PAEL have weather cameras?
PAEL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.