Savoonga Airport

PASA / SVA

Savoonga, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 12:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
12:56Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
-21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -24°C
11 kt
30°
10 SM
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PASA 051256Z AUTO 03011KT 10SM OVC017 M21/M24 A3006 RMK AO2 SNE24 SLP183 P0000 T12111239 FZRANO

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 53 ft
OVC 1,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,753 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (53 ft)
Pressure Alt
-90 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -4,397 ft
ISA Deviation: -35.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASA
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
4,400 ft 100 ft GVL 60°
10.3 kt 3.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PASA

6,970 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
27.9%
MVFR
50.6%
IFR
16%
LIFR
5.4%

Savoonga Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 27.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 15.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -32°C to 9°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 10.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 15.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 4%
Direction Distribution:
N
23.4%
NE
20%
E
17.9%
SE
3.8%
S
10.5%
SW
7.8%
W
7.2%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: -6.3°C
Range: -32°C to 9°C
-32°C 9°C

Visibility

Average: 7.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 10.8%
Fog Frequency: 6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,970 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Savoonga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PASA
IATA Code: SVA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 53 ft MSL

Location

City: Savoonga
Country: US
Latitude: 63.686401°
Longitude: -170.492996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+11

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,400 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Savoonga Airport

Overview

Savoonga Airport serves the remote Alaskan village of Savoonga, located on St. Lawrence Island in the Bering Sea. Positioned at 63.686401, -170.492996 with an elevation of 53 ft MSL, this medium airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the isolated community. The airport supports essential regional connectivity with its single 4400ft gravel runway (05/23).

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Savoonga demonstrate significant variability, with only 27.5% of observations in pure VFR conditions. MVFR dominates at 52.4%, indicating frequent marginal flying conditions. Temperatures range dramatically from -24°C to 9°C, with an average of -3.7°C, presenting potential icing and performance challenges. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 15 knots, with occasional gusts up to 41 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's gravel runway (GVL surface) reflects its remote Alaskan location, requiring specialized landing techniques and aircraft capabilities. St. Lawrence Island's maritime position contributes to rapidly changing weather conditions, with frequent visibility restrictions including fog (5.1% occurrence) and periods with visibility below 3 statute miles. September, October, and December statistically offer the most favorable VFR conditions for aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates a highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 8.3 knots. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and rapidly changing meteorological conditions, particularly during non-summer months. The consistent northerly wind suggests a preference for approaches from the 05 or 23 headings, depending on current conditions.

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.