Palmer Station Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 9h 33m 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 Palmer Station Airport
Palmer Station is a United States research station in Antarctica located on Anvers island, the only U.S. station on the continent located north of the Antarctic Circle. The first Palmer was built in 1965, but the current site, near to the older one, had its initial construction of the station finished in 1968. The station, like the other U.S. Antarctic stations, is operated by the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) of the National Science Foundation. The base is much smaller than McMurdo, the largest US station, and is focused on marine and biology research such as seabirds and plankton. It also supports the RN73 site for atmospheric monitoring for radionuclides.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 100 ft | Sno | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | — | 118.100 MHz |
Frequently asked questions
Where is Palmer Station Airport located?
Palmer Station Airport is small airport located in Palmer Station, Antarctica, at an elevation of 149 ft (45 m).
How many runways does Palmer Station Airport have?
Palmer Station Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,500 ft / 762 m.
What time zone is Palmer Station Airport in?
Palmer Station Airport is in the America/Argentina/Ushuaia time zone (UTC-03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Palmer Station Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palmer Station Airport is approximately 15.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palmer Station Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.