Fort Yukon Airport
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About Fort Yukon Airport
Fort Yukon Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in the city of Fort Yukon, in the Yukon–Koyukuk Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Fort Yukon Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAFB.
Live weather
PAFBNOTAMs
PAFBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Grvl-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 125.800 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 135.000 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.500 MHz |
| FSS | FAIRBANKS RDO | 122.100 MHz |
| INFO | EIELSON RANGE CON | 125.300 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 114.400 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (1)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORT YUKON 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: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 19% of observations, averaging 5 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 52% | -3,678 ft | |
| Feb | 47% | -2,989 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | -2,357 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | -1,117 ft | |
| May | 86% | 185 ft | |
| Jun | 83% | 802 ft | |
| Jul | 71% | 777 ft | |
| Aug | 60% | 425 ft | |
| Sep | 59% | -117 ft | |
| Oct | 47% | -1,065 ft | |
| Nov | 48% | -2,386 ft | |
| Dec | 45% | -3,057 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,678–802 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Fort Yukon Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Fort Yukon Airport?
The ICAO code for Fort Yukon Airport is PFYU, and its IATA code is FYU.
Where is Fort Yukon Airport located?
Fort Yukon Airport is medium airport located in Fort Yukon, United States, at an elevation of 433 ft (132 m).
How many runways does Fort Yukon Airport have?
Fort Yukon Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
Which airlines fly to Fort Yukon Airport?
Airlines historically serving Fort Yukon Airport include Astral Aviation, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Fort Yukon Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Fort Yukon Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Fort Yukon Airport in?
Fort Yukon Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Fort Yukon Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Fort Yukon Airport is approximately 15.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Fort Yukon Airport?
The nearest airport to Fort Yukon Airport is Birch Creek Airport (KBC), about 22.6 nm to the sw, followed by Venetie Airport and Circle City (New) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Fort Yukon Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.