Butte Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 18h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Butte Municipal Airport
Butte Municipal Airport is a public-use airport located in Butte, Alaska. It is five nautical miles (9 km) southeast of the central business district of Palmer, a city in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is privately owned by the Butte Airman's Association.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 1,806 ft / 550 m | 50 ft | Gravel-p | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 348 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Butte Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Butte Municipal Airport located?
Butte Municipal Airport is small airport located in Palmer, United States, at an elevation of 64 ft (20 m).
How many runways does Butte Municipal Airport have?
Butte Municipal Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 1,806 ft / 550 m.
What time zone is Butte Municipal Airport in?
Butte Municipal Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Butte Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Butte Municipal Airport is approximately 14.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Butte Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Butte Municipal Airport is Knik River Airport (US-7673), about 1.4 nm to the sse, followed by Shelby Strip and Jim Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Butte Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.