Gambell Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 14h 44m 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 Gambell Airport
Gambell Airport is a public airport located in Gambell, a city in the Nome Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is owned by the state.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Gambell Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PATC.
Live weather
PATCNOTAMs
PATCReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 4,500 ft / 1,372 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 125.900 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 132.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.700 MHz |
| FSS | NOME RDO | 122.000 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 36.900 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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.
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: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 40% of observations, averaging 22 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23% | -3,613 ft | |
| Feb | 19% | -3,836 ft | |
| Mar | 19% | -3,099 ft | |
| Apr | 26% | -2,759 ft | |
| May | 21% | -1,902 ft | |
| Jun | 29% | -1,347 ft | |
| Jul | 20% | -699 ft | |
| Aug | 19% | -719 ft | |
| Sep | 28% | -865 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | -1,492 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -1,960 ft | |
| Dec | 21% | -2,938 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,836–-699 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 0 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Gambell Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gambell Airport?
The ICAO code for Gambell Airport is PAGM, and its IATA code is GAM.
Where is Gambell Airport located?
Gambell Airport is medium airport located in Gambell, United States, at an elevation of 27 ft (8 m).
How many runways does Gambell Airport have?
Gambell Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,500 ft / 1,372 m.
Which airlines fly to Gambell Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gambell Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gambell Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Gambell Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gambell Airport in?
Gambell Airport is in the Asia/Anadyr time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gambell Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gambell Airport is approximately 4.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Gambell Airport?
The nearest airport to Gambell Airport is Savoonga Airport (SVA), about 33.3 nm to the e.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Gambell Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.