Bettles Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Bettles Airport
Bettles Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in Bettles, a city in the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PABTNOTAMs
PABTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 5,190 ft / 1,582 m | 150 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.450 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 124.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| FSS | FAIRBANKS RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 116.000 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BETTLES CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 22% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 77% | -3,280 ft | |
| Feb | 75% | -3,349 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | -2,493 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -1,328 ft | |
| May | 94% | -1 ft | |
| Jun | 95% | 927 ft | |
| Jul | 85% | 898 ft | |
| Aug | 77% | 514 ft | |
| Sep | 77% | -72 ft | |
| Oct | 70% | -1,018 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | -2,274 ft | |
| Dec | 74% | -2,845 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,349–927 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Bettles Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bettles Airport?
The ICAO code for Bettles Airport is PABT, and its IATA code is BTT.
Where is Bettles Airport located?
Bettles Airport is small airport located in Bettles, United States, at an elevation of 647 ft (197 m).
How many runways does Bettles Airport have?
Bettles Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,190 ft / 1,582 m.
Which airlines fly to Bettles Airport?
Airlines historically serving Bettles Airport include Astral Aviation (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Bettles Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Bettles Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Bettles Airport in?
Bettles Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bettles Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bettles Airport is approximately 13.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bettles Airport?
The nearest airport to Bettles Airport is Prospect Creek Airport (PPC), about 21.7 nm to the ese, followed by Crevice Creek Airport and Allakaket Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bettles Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.