Wainwright Airport
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About Wainwright Airport
Wainwright Airport is a public use airport located in Wainwright, a city in the North Slope Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is owned by the North Slope Borough.
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Wainwright Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PABR.
Live weather
PABRNOTAMs
PABRReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 4,494 ft / 1,370 m | 90 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 132.250 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 135.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.800 MHz |
| FSS | FAIRBANKS RDO | 122.500 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 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 17% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 49% | -4,478 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -4,632 ft | |
| Mar | 57% | -4,124 ft | |
| Apr | 57% | -3,664 ft | |
| May | 22% | -2,341 ft | |
| Jun | 43% | -1,645 ft | |
| Jul | 37% | -1,126 ft | |
| Aug | 21% | -1,093 ft | |
| Sep | 25% | -1,319 ft | |
| Oct | 32% | -1,845 ft | |
| Nov | 35% | -2,803 ft | |
| Dec | 45% | -3,877 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,632–-1,093 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wainwright Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wainwright Airport?
The ICAO code for Wainwright Airport is PAWI, and its IATA code is AIN.
Where is Wainwright Airport located?
Wainwright Airport is medium airport located in Wainwright, United States, at an elevation of 41 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Wainwright Airport have?
Wainwright Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,494 ft / 1,370 m.
Which airlines fly to Wainwright Airport?
Airlines historically serving Wainwright Airport include Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Wainwright Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Wainwright Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Wainwright Airport in?
Wainwright Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wainwright Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wainwright Airport is approximately 8.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wainwright Airport?
The nearest airport to Wainwright Airport is Wainwright Air Station (PAWT), about 3 nm to the ese.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wainwright Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.