Buckland Airport
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About Buckland Airport
Buckland Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.85 km) southwest of the central business district of Buckland, a city in the Northwest Arctic Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is situated on the Buckland River.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Buckland 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 3,200 ft / 975 m | 75 ft | Grvl-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.150 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE APP/DEP | 119.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| FSS | KOTZEBUE RDO | 122.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
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 Buckland Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Buckland Airport?
The ICAO code for Buckland Airport is PABL, and its IATA code is BKC.
Where is Buckland Airport located?
Buckland Airport is small airport located in Buckland, United States, at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Buckland Airport have?
Buckland Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,200 ft / 975 m.
Which airlines fly to Buckland Airport?
Airlines historically serving Buckland Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Buckland Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Buckland Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Buckland Airport in?
Buckland Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Buckland Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Buckland Airport is approximately 9.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Buckland Airport?
The nearest airport to Buckland Airport is Candle 2 Airport (CDL), about 19.5 nm to the wsw, followed by Bear Creek 1 Airport and Granite Mountain Air Station.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Buckland Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.