Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 32m 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 Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport
Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is a military airport located on Cape Lisburne, at the northwest point of the Lisburne Peninsula in the North Slope Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is owned by the U.S. Air Force. It is also known as Cape Lisburne Airport.
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Live weather
PALUNOTAMs
PALUReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 4,800 ft / 1,463 m | 135 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.650 MHz |
| FSS | KOTZEBUE RDO | 122.300 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 126.200 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 (1)
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: E (from about 90°), on 19% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36% | -3,894 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -4,044 ft | |
| Mar | 30% | -3,407 ft | |
| Apr | 28% | -3,000 ft | |
| May | 22% | -1,918 ft | |
| Jun | 38% | -1,263 ft | |
| Jul | 33% | -574 ft | |
| Aug | 24% | -724 ft | |
| Sep | 25% | -893 ft | |
| Oct | 33% | -1,485 ft | |
| Nov | 29% | -2,211 ft | |
| Dec | 29% | -3,214 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,044–-574 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport?
The ICAO code for Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is PALU, and its IATA code is LUR.
Where is Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport located?
Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is medium airport located in Cape Lisburne, United States, at an elevation of 16 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport have?
Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,800 ft / 1,463 m.
Which airlines fly to Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport include Bering Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport in?
Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is approximately 6.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport?
The nearest airport to Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport is Point Hope Airport (PHO), about 35 nm to the ssw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cape Lisburne LRRS Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.