Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport
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About Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport
Merle K. (Mudhole) Smith Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located 11 nautical miles southeast of the central business district of Cordova, a city in the Chugach Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska which has no road access to the outside world. Airline service is subsidized by the Essential Air Service program.
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Live weather
PACVNOTAMs
PACVReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 7,500 ft / 2,286 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 1,934 ft / 589 m | 30 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ANCHORAGE APP/DEP | 133.600 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 134.800 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.600 MHz |
| FSS | JUNEAU RDO | 122.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 8 of 8 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORDOVA 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: E (from about 90°), on 26% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70% | -1,366 ft | |
| Feb | 71% | -1,595 ft | |
| Mar | 74% | -1,394 ft | |
| Apr | 73% | -1,278 ft | |
| May | 65% | -857 ft | |
| Jun | 56% | -470 ft | |
| Jul | 44% | -321 ft | |
| Aug | 55% | -177 ft | |
| Sep | 70% | -296 ft | |
| Oct | 74% | -626 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | -1,126 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | -1,212 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,595–-177 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport?
The ICAO code for Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport is PACV, and its IATA code is CDV.
Where is Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport located?
Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport is medium airport located in Cordova, United States, at an elevation of 54 ft (16 m).
How many runways does Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport have?
Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,500 ft / 2,286 m.
Which airlines fly to Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport?
Airlines historically serving Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport include Alaska Airlines, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport in?
Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport is approximately 15.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport?
The nearest airport to Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport is Cordova Municipal Airport (CKU), about 8 nm to the wnw, followed by Strawberry Point Airport and Boswell Bay Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.