Ambler Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Ambler Airport
Ambler Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.85 km) north of the central business district of Ambler, a city in the Northwest Arctic Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Ambler Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAOT.
Live weather
PAOTNOTAMs
PAOTReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 75 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 2,400 ft / 732 m | 60 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 132.100 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.700 MHz |
| FSS | KOTEZBUE RDO | 122.000 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 40.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 3 of 3 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 15% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | -3,059 ft | |
| Feb | 67% | -3,185 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | -2,863 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -2,150 ft | |
| May | 78% | -1,159 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | -454 ft | |
| Jul | 74% | 168 ft | |
| Aug | 68% | 78 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | -343 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | -1,304 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -2,175 ft | |
| Dec | 71% | -2,973 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,185–168 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ambler Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ambler Airport?
The ICAO code for Ambler Airport is PAFM, and its IATA code is ABL.
Where is Ambler Airport located?
Ambler Airport is medium airport located in Ambler, United States, at an elevation of 334 ft (102 m).
How many runways does Ambler Airport have?
Ambler Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
Which airlines fly to Ambler Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ambler Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Ambler Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Ambler Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ambler Airport in?
Ambler Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ambler Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ambler Airport is approximately 10.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ambler Airport?
The nearest airport to Ambler Airport is Shungnak Airport (SHG), about 20.9 nm to the se, followed by Barrow Airport and Dahl Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ambler Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.