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Weather Briefing
VFRAnaktuvuk Pass Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north (360°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 12,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
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4,800 ft | 100 ft | GRAVEL-G | 38° |
↑ 2.8 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
20° angle
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Weather Statistics - PAKP
7,085 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 20% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 10.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -34°C to 8°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 11.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.
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Statistics computed from 7,085 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport - Airport Information
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About Anaktuvuk Pass Airport
Overview
Anaktuvuk Pass Airport serves the remote North Slope Borough community of Anaktuvuk Pass in Alaska, situated at an elevation of 2,102 feet MSL. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated Arctic region, supporting essential community and resource access with its single gravel runway. Located at coordinates 68.133598, -151.742996, the airport operates in a challenging high-latitude environment.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Anaktuvuk Pass Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR) 50.7% of the time, with marginal VFR conditions occurring 31% of observations. Winter temperatures average -14.7°C, ranging from -34°C to 8°C, presenting significant cold-weather challenges for aviation operations. Visibility averages 7.9 statute miles, with occasional restrictions below 3 miles and rare fog events.
Notable Features
The 4,800-foot gravel runway (02/20) is oriented to accommodate the prevailing northeast winds at 45 degrees. The airport's high-latitude location means significant seasonal variations in daylight and weather conditions. Terrain surrounding the airport is characteristic of the Arctic landscape, with challenging wind and visibility patterns typical of interior Alaska's mountainous regions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 02/20 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 4.3 knots. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 10.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 30 knots, require standard cold-weather and gravel runway operational considerations. October, November, and January historically offer the most consistent visual flight conditions for pilots.
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