1
Runway
4
Frequencies
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
PAOU
FAA
OUL
Elevation
14 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
4
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL
Coordinates
56.008, -161.160
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
14 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL
ARTCC
ANCHORAGE
Coordinates
56.0075, -161.1604
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR PAOU 131956Z AUTO 23014KT 9SM BKN003 OVC037 A2956 RMK AO2 SLPNO FZRANO $
Flight Category
LIFR
Wind
230° at 14 kt
Visibility
9 SM
Altimeter
1001.10 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Observed 2026-05-13 19:56Z
Weather Camera
Nelson Lagoon
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 4,003 ft | 75 ft | GRVL-DIRT | MED |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| COLD BAY RCAG | 118.5 | COLD BAY |
| COLD BAY RCAG | 278.3 | COLD BAY |
| CTAF | 122.9 | NELSON LAGOON |
| OUL AWOS-3P | XXX.XXX | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for PAOU.
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PAOU Operational Overview
Location & Facility
NELSON LAGOON (PAOU) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in NELSON LAGOON, Alaska, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 14 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 56.0075°N, 161.1604°W.
Runways
NELSON LAGOON has 1 runway. The longest runway (08/26) measures 4,003 feet by 75 feet with a grvl-dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
NELSON LAGOON is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 4 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
NELSON LAGOON offers 100LL 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 NELSON LAGOON, 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 NELSON LAGOON is LIFR (Low IFR — very low visibility and/or ceiling). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PAOU?
PAOU is the ICAO identifier for NELSON LAGOON, a public-use airport located in NELSON LAGOON, Alaska, United States.
How many runways does NELSON LAGOON have?
NELSON LAGOON (PAOU) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of PAOU?
The field elevation of NELSON LAGOON is 14 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at PAOU?
Yes, NELSON LAGOON offers 100LL fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at PAOU?
The current flight category at NELSON LAGOON is LIFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at PAOU?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for NELSON LAGOON.
How do I access complete data for PAOU?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for NELSON LAGOON.
Where is NELSON LAGOON located?
NELSON LAGOON (PAOU) is located in NELSON LAGOON, Alaska, United States, at an elevation of 14 ft MSL.
Does PAOU have weather cameras?
Yes, PAOU 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.