3
Runways
15
Frequencies
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAKN
FAA
AKN
Elevation
73.4 ft MSL
Runways
3
Frequencies
15
Tower
Yes
Fuel
100LL,A
Coordinates
58.676, -156.649
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
73.4 ft MSL
Control Tower
Yes
CTAF
121.9 MHz
Fuel Types
100LL,A
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
58.6765, -156.6487
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
King Salmon
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 12 / 30 | 8,901 ft | 150 ft | ASPH | HIGH | SW (Single Wheel) 120,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 175,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 250,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 400,000 lbs | - |
| 18/36 | 18 / 36 | 4,017 ft | 100 ft | ASPH | MED | SW (Single Wheel) 30,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 50,000 lbs | - |
| NW/SE | NW / SE | 4,000 ft | 500 ft | WATER | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKN ASOS | 128.8 | - | - | AKN ASOS | - |
| AKN VORTAC | 112.8/7 | KING SALMON | - | AKN VORTAC | - |
| ATIS | 128.8 | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | ATIS | 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN. 0800-2200 15 JU |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | KING SALMONCTAF 352.05. FREQ 121.9 SIMULCAST WITH 352.05.; WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MALSR RWY 12; PAPI RWY 12 & 30; MIRL RWY 18/36; HIRL RWY 12/30 - CTAF.; MIL FIGHTER/EMERG DVRSN CTC WARRIOR/ELMENDORF SOF 395.15; NON FIGHTER/EMERG CTC KING SALMON OPS. 24 HR POINT MNTS CTAF DURG OPS HR. | - | CTAF | - |
| GND/P | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | GND/P | 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN. 0800-2200 15 JU |
| KING SALMON RCAG | XXX.XXX | KING SALMONDILLINGHAM RCAG IS BACKUP WHEN KING SALMON RCAG OTS.; APCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY ANCHORAGE ARTCC ON FREQS 124.8/354.0 (KING SALMON RCAG). | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCAG | - |
| KING SALMON RCAG | XXX.XXX | KING SALMONDILLINGHAM RCAG IS BACKUP WHEN KING SALMON RCAG OTS.; APCH/DEP SVC PRVDD BY ANCHORAGE ARTCC ON FREQS 124.8/354.0 (KING SALMON RCAG). | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCAG | - |
| KING SALMON RCO | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCO | - |
| KING SALMON RCO | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCO | - |
| KING SALMON RCO | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCO | - |
| KING SALMON RCO | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | KING SALMON RCO | - |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | LCL/P | 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN. 0800-2200 15 JU |
| LCL/P | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | LCL/P | 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN. 0800-2200 15 JU |
| PTD | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | KING SALMON | PTD | 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN. 0800-2200 15 JU |
| UNICOM | XXX.XXX | KING SALMON | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- CTAF 352.05. FREQ 121.9 SIMULCAST WITH 352.05.
- ARFF EQUIP STAFFED DURG ACR ACT ONLY.
- CLSD TO ACR OPS WITH MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS EXC PPR IN WRITING - AMGR PO BOX 65 KING SALMON AK 99613.
- FLOCKS OF LRG BIRDS INVOF DURG SEASON.
- OFF PAVEMENT OPS BY ACFT & HEL NA AT ACR APRON. LNDG, TKOF OR PRKG FM DIRT OR GRASS NA.
- CIV TSNT PRKG ON SE RAMP ONLY; OTR PRKG GTR THAN 48 HR RQRS PERMIT.
- FIGHTER ARR EXP RDCD SEPN; SIMILAR APCH CHARCS & DALGT 3000 FT; DISSIMILAR APCH CHARCS & NGT 6000 FT; AHD/BHND FRMN LNDG 6000 FT.
- 600 FT SAFETY AREA AER 12.
- RCR DURG 11TH AF FIGHTER FLYING WINDOW; COORD RCR WITH KING SALMON OPS 907-439-3001/907-439-6000. OPS RSTRD TO LOW APCH/FSL ONLY.
- FLIGHT ORIG OUTSIDE AK REFER TO USAF FCG; CSTMS NOT AVBL.
- SNOW/ICE REMOVAL & ARPT HAZ COND RPRTD DURG ATND HR.
- USAF FAC CIV OPRD WITH LTD SUPPORT; CALL 24 HR PRIOR TO ARR FOR OPS HR; MIL CONFIRM FUEL RQMNTS 24-48 HR PRIOR.
- MIL FIGHTER/EMERG DVRSN CTC WARRIOR/ELMENDORF SOF 395.15; NON FIGHTER/EMERG CTC KING SALMON OPS. 24 HR POINT MNTS CTAF DURG OPS HR.
- PVT JET PRKG SE SECTION OF E RAMP - AMGR FOR INFO.
- GA APRON PAVEMENT CRUMBLING; PSBL FOD HAZ. JET ACFT BE ALERT DURG RUN UP TO AVOID JET WASH DMG.
- WX CAMERA AVBL ON INTERNET AT HTTPS://WEATHERCAMS.FAA.GOV
- TWY P CLSD. APRON SPOTS 4 - 7 N OF MIL HANGAR CLSD EXC PROP ACFT.
- ARFF AVBL FOR PART 121 ACR INVOLVED IN ETOPS WITH 30 MIN NOTICE.
- NWS BLN LAUNCH FAC ON ARPT; SEE INSIDE BACK COVER FOR OPS DETAIL.
- LOCKED WHEEL TURN NA ALL SFCS.
- TSA REG ARPT; SEE 49 CFR 1542. ALL GATES & DOORS RMN SECURE ALL TIMES. TSNT OR UNFAMILIAR PILOTS - AMGR FOR INFO.
- BUSINESS JET PRKG GTR THAN 1 HR 48 HR PPR.
- WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MALSR RWY 12; PAPI RWY 12 & 30; MIRL RWY 18/36; HIRL RWY 12/30 - CTAF.
- MKD TSNT PRKG N END OF GA RAMP & E END OF CARGO RAMP.
- BAK-12 1190 FT FM THR; RWY 12 BAK-12 REQ 30 MIN NOTICE 950 FT RUNOUT.
- BAK-12 1340 FT FM THR; BAK-12 REQ 30 MIN NOTICE 1200 FT RUNOUT.
- 100LL & JET A AVBL AT SEAPLANE BASE FM TRUCK OR UNICOM 122.95.
- PCR VALUE: 543/F/B/X/T
- PCR VALUE: 543/F/B/X/T
- NOT INSPD FOR MIL OPS. RWY 18/36 NOT AVBL FOR PART 121/380 SKED AND NON-SKED OPS WITH PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS. 1 IN DIP ON CNTRLN 1850 FT FM AER 36 EXTDS TO 3 IN DIP 25 FT WIDE ON W EDGE.
- ALSO USED BY BOATS. RWY NW/SE NOT AVBL FOR PART 121/PART 380 OPS WITH SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 9 PAX SEATS AND NON-SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS.
- TOUCHDOWN RVR AVBL 0800-2000 1 AUG-14 JUN; 0800-2200 15 JUN- 31 JUL.
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WSN
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76Z
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76Z
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Nakeen — 20 nm
00AN
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00AN
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KING SALMON — 26 nm
Nearest airports
- AK51 — BIG CREEK
KING SALMON
- AK51 — Flying C Airport
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- PFWS — SOUTH NAKNEK NR 2
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- WSN — South Naknek Number 2 Airport
South Naknek
- 4AK9 — TIBBETTS
NAKNEK
Alaska airports
PAKN Operational Overview
Location & Facility
KING SALMON (PAKN) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 73.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 58.6765°N, 156.6487°W.
Runways
KING SALMON has 3 runways. The longest runway (12/30) measures 8,901 feet by 150 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 18/36 (4,017 ft, ASPH), NW/SE (4,000 ft, WATER).
Communications & Operations
KING SALMON is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 128.8 MHz. A total of 15 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
KING SALMON offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near KING SALMON, 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 PAKN?
PAKN is the ICAO identifier for KING SALMON, a public-use airport, located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does KING SALMON have?
KING SALMON (PAKN) has 3 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAKN?
The field elevation of KING SALMON is 73.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.
Is fuel available at PAKN?
Yes, KING SALMON offers 100LL,A fuel.
What is the longest runway at PAKN?
The longest runway at KING SALMON is 8,901 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at PAKN support?
The main runway at KING SALMON supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 120,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for PAKN?
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Where is KING SALMON located?
KING SALMON (PAKN) is located in KING SALMON, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 73.4 ft MSL.
Does PAKN have weather cameras?
Yes, PAKN 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.