Big Lake Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 14h 18m 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 Big Lake Airport
Big Lake Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.8 km) southeast of the central business district of Big Lake, in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Live weather
PAGQNOTAMs
PAGQReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 2,450 ft / 747 m | 70 ft | Gravel-g | Unlit | Open |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Big Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Big Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Big Lake Airport is PAGQ, and its IATA code is BGQ.
Where is Big Lake Airport located?
Big Lake Airport is small airport located in Big Lake, United States, at an elevation of 158 ft (48 m).
How many runways does Big Lake Airport have?
Big Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,450 ft / 747 m.
What time zone is Big Lake Airport in?
Big Lake Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Big Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Big Lake Airport is approximately 14.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Big Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Big Lake Airport is Twin Lake Airport (AK95), about 2.3 nm to the nne, followed by Sunset Strip and Fly8ma Pilot Lodge Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Big Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.