Big Mountain Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 16m 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 Mountain Airport
Big Mountain Air Force Station is a military use airstrip located near Big Mountain, in the Lake and Peninsula Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airstrip was built to support the Big Mountain Radio Relay Station, an abandoned Air Force facility located 220 miles (350 km) southwest of Anchorage on the south shore of Iliamna Lake.
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Live weather
PABMNOTAMs
PABMReference 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 | 4,200 ft / 1,280 m | 145 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Big Mountain Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Big Mountain Airport?
The ICAO code for Big Mountain Airport is PABM, and its IATA code is BMX.
Where is Big Mountain Airport located?
Big Mountain Airport is small airport located in Big Mountain, United States, at an elevation of 663 ft (202 m).
How many runways does Big Mountain Airport have?
Big Mountain Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,200 ft / 1,280 m.
What time zone is Big Mountain Airport in?
Big Mountain Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Big Mountain Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Big Mountain Airport is approximately 12° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Big Mountain Airport?
The nearest airport to Big Mountain Airport is Kokhanok Airport (KNK), about 14.6 nm to the ene, followed by Igiugig Airport and Kulik Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Big Mountain Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.