Gustavus Airport

PAGS / GST

Gustavus, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:33Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
15:33Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
0 kt
4 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
995 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI PAGS 041533Z AUTO 00000KT 4SM -SN BR SCT015 M04/M04 A2939 RMK AO2 P0000 FZRANO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 35 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,535 ft AMSL
QNH
995 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (35 ft)
Pressure Alt
583 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,689 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.9°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AGS
02
20
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 3,010 ft 60 ft ASP 41°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
41° angle
11/29 6,720 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
135° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PAGS

5,369 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.4%
MVFR
28%
IFR
10.4%
LIFR
9.1%

Gustavus Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 17°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 31.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.4%
NE
0.9%
E
5.9%
SE
23.9%
S
2.4%
SW
1.4%
W
1.3%
NW
22.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.3°C
Range: -14°C to 17°C
-14°C 17°C

Visibility

Average: 8.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.8%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,369 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gustavus Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PAGS
IATA Code: GST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 35 ft MSL

Location

City: Gustavus
Country: US
Latitude: 58.425301°
Longitude: -135.707001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+9

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,010 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,720 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gustavus Airport

Overview

Gustavus Airport serves the small community of Gustavus in southeastern Alaska, located near Glacier Bay National Park. The medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote coastal region, supporting local and regional aviation needs. Its strategic location and two substantial runways make it an important aviation hub for the area.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Gustavus Airport demonstrates significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 55.7% of the time. Marginal VFR and Instrument Flight Rules conditions occur frequently, with IFR and LIFR conditions accounting for 19% of observations. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southeastern winds averaging 7.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from -14°C to 17°C and average visibility around 8.7 statute miles.

Notable Features

Situated at a low elevation of 35 feet mean sea level, Gustavus Airport features two asphalt runways with substantial lengths. Runway 02/20 provides a 3,010-foot surface, while Runway 11/29 offers an extended 6,720-foot option. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions of 6.2 knots and 3.3 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

Optimal flying conditions occur during September, October, and November, with the most consistent weather patterns. Calm wind conditions are observed 31.4% of the time, providing predictable approach opportunities. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, as 5.1% of observations report visibility below 3 statute miles, and 4.4% of observations indicate fog presence.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.