Talkeetna Airport

PATK / TKA

Talkeetna, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 12:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
12:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -28°C
5 kt
350°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR PATK 051253Z AUTO 35005KT 10SM CLR M23/M28 A2974 RMK AO2 SLP084 T12331283 TSNO $
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (358 ft)
Pressure Alt
546 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -3,928 ft
ISA Deviation: -37.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF PATK 051140Z 0512/0612 01005KT P6SM SKC FM052100 01005KT P6SM SCT035 BKN080 FM060900 01007KT P6SM VCSH BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:54Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM052100
+8h
VFR 10° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ATK
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
3,500 ft 75 ft Asphalt 207°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PATK

4,885 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
3.1%

Talkeetna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 18°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 40.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
28.8%
NE
17.8%
E
1.6%
SE
0.5%
S
3.7%
SW
2.1%
W
1.6%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: -5°C
Range: -34°C to 18°C
-34°C 18°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

March December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 4,885 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Talkeetna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PATK
IATA Code: TKA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 358 ft MSL

Location

City: Talkeetna
Country: US
Latitude: 62.320499°
Longitude: -150.093994°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+10

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Talkeetna Airport

Overview

Talkeetna Airport serves the small community of Talkeetna, Alaska, situated at 358 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 62.320499, -150.093994, this medium airport provides critical transportation infrastructure in a remote Alaskan region. The airport features a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 3500 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Talkeetna Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 74.7% of observations. Winter months present challenging conditions, with temperatures ranging from -34°C to 18°C and an average of -3.7°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 6.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 42.8% of the time and maximum gusts reaching 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position in Alaska presents unique operational considerations for pilots. Visibility averages 9.1 statute miles, with occasional restrictions including fog (2.2% of observations) and periods of reduced visibility below 3 statute miles occurring 3.9% of the time. November, December, and September consistently offer the most favorable Visual Flight Rule conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 01/19 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 2 knots. Pilots should expect relatively stable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months. The single runway's 3500-foot length provides adequate landing surface for most general aviation aircraft operating in the region.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.