Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport

CYKD / LAK

Aklavik, CA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 00:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
00:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -29°C
0 kt
15 SM
Visibility
20,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR CYKD 040000Z 00000KT 15SM SCT058 OVC200 M24/M29 A3022 RMK SC4CS4 HALO/VIS SW 10/LAST STFD OBS/NXT 041400Z SLP236

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 23 ft
SCT 5,800 ft AGL
OVC 20,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,823 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,023 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (23 ft)
Pressure Alt
-270 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -4,944 ft
ISA Deviation: -39.0°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YKD
12
30
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 3,000 ft 75 ft GRVL
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
13/31 3,002 ft 75 ft GVL 156°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
156° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - CYKD

1,831 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.2%
MVFR
21.6%
IFR
15.9%
LIFR
7.3%

Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -45°C to 12°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 4.9% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, January, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 4.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
19%
NE
2.7%
E
3.9%
SE
14%
S
16.7%
SW
2.2%
W
4.3%
NW
32.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -14.1°C
Range: -45°C to 12°C
-45°C 12°C

Visibility

Average: 12 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.9%
Fog Frequency: 10.3%

Best Months for VFR

March January December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 1,831 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: CYKD
IATA Code: LAK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Aklavik
Country: CA
Latitude: 68.223297°
Longitude: -135.005990°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: GRVL
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,002 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport

Aklavik/Freddie Carmichael Airport (CYKD/LAK) is located in Aklavik, CA at an elevation of 23 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (12/30, 13/31), with the longest at 3,002 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 55.2% of the time based on 1,831 observations, CYKD requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 23.2% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 10.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 4.9% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at CYKD come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 6.6 knots. Runway 13/31 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, January, December, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -45°C (-49°F) to 12°C (54°F), averaging -14.1°C (7°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 28.95 to 31.11 inHg (980-1054 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,831 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.