Deering Airport
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About Deering Airport
Deering Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located two nautical miles (3.7 km) southwest of the central business district of Deering, a city in the Northwest Arctic Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Deering Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAOT.
Live weather
PAOTNOTAMs
PAOTReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 3,320 ft / 1,012 m | 75 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 2,660 ft / 811 m | 75 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 6 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
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 15% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | -3,446 ft | |
| Feb | 67% | -3,571 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | -3,249 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -2,537 ft | |
| May | 78% | -1,545 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | -841 ft | |
| Jul | 74% | -218 ft | |
| Aug | 68% | -308 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | -729 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | -1,690 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -2,561 ft | |
| Dec | 71% | -3,360 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,571–-218 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Deering Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Deering Airport?
The ICAO code for Deering Airport is PADE, and its IATA code is DRG.
Where is Deering Airport located?
Deering Airport is medium airport located in Deering, United States, at an elevation of 21 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Deering Airport have?
Deering Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,320 ft / 1,012 m.
Which airlines fly to Deering Airport?
Airlines historically serving Deering Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Deering Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Deering Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Deering Airport in?
Deering Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Deering Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Deering Airport is approximately 8.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Deering Airport?
The nearest airport to Deering Airport is Upper Hannum Creek Airport (4Z2), about 16.9 nm to the sw, followed by Candle 2 Airport and Independence Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Deering Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.