Wake Island Airfield
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 11m 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 Wake Island Airfield
Wake Island Airfield is a U.S military air base located on Wake Island, which is known for the Battle of Wake Island during World War II. It is owned by the U.S. Air Force and operated by the 611th Air Support Group. The runway can be used for emergency landings by commercial jetliners flying transpacific routes and has been used in the past by airlines operating jet, turboprop, and prop aircraft on scheduled flights.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PWAKLive 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 9,843 ft / 3,000 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | OPS AAS | 128.000 MHz |
| RDO | OAKLAND OCEANIC | 884.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wake Island Airfield?
The ICAO code for Wake Island Airfield is PWAK, and its IATA code is AWK.
Where is Wake Island Airfield located?
Wake Island Airfield is medium airport located in Wake Island, United States Minor Outlying Islands, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Wake Island Airfield have?
Wake Island Airfield has 1 runway, the longest being 9,843 ft / 3,000 m.
What time zone is Wake Island Airfield in?
Wake Island Airfield is in the Pacific/Wake time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wake Island Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wake Island Airfield is approximately 5.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wake Island Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.