Klawock Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 58m 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 Klawock Airport
Klawock Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located two nautical miles (3.7 km) northeast of the central business district of Klawock, a city in the Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Live weather
PAKWNOTAMs
PAKWReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.450 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 118.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.900 MHz |
| FSS | KETCHIKAN RDO | 122.250 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
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: S (from about 180°), on 18% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 58% | -1,175 ft | |
| Feb | 58% | -1,381 ft | |
| Mar | 67% | -1,173 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | -1,019 ft | |
| May | 61% | -693 ft | |
| Jun | 59% | -351 ft | |
| Jul | 47% | -165 ft | |
| Aug | 51% | -82 ft | |
| Sep | 62% | -169 ft | |
| Oct | 65% | -606 ft | |
| Nov | 59% | -842 ft | |
| Dec | 61% | -991 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,381–-82 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Klawock Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Klawock Airport?
The ICAO code for Klawock Airport is PAKW, and its IATA code is KLW.
Where is Klawock Airport located?
Klawock Airport is medium airport located in Klawock, United States, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Klawock Airport have?
Klawock Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
Which airlines fly to Klawock Airport?
Airlines historically serving Klawock Airport include Atlantic Air Cargo, Avient Aviation, International AirLink (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Klawock Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Klawock Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Klawock Airport in?
Klawock Airport is in the America/Sitka time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Klawock Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Klawock Airport is approximately 17.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Klawock Airport?
The nearest airport to Klawock Airport is Wrangell Airport (WRG), about 59.3 nm to the nne, followed by Petersburg James A Johnson Airport and Kake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Klawock Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.