Ambler Airport
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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.
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Ambler Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAOT.
Live weather
PAOTLive 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.
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
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historically serving Ambler Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).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.