Nome Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 50m 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 Nome Airport
Nome Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located two nautical miles west of the central business district of Nome, a city in the Nome Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PAOMNOTAMs
PAOMReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 6,176 ft / 1,882 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 6,009 ft / 1,832 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 119.925 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.925 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 133.300 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.600 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.450 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 115.000 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOME 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: E (from about 90°), on 14% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66% | -2,784 ft | |
| Feb | 59% | -2,597 ft | |
| Mar | 58% | -2,622 ft | |
| Apr | 67% | -1,923 ft | |
| May | 76% | -1,270 ft | |
| Jun | 73% | -656 ft | |
| Jul | 51% | -383 ft | |
| Aug | 55% | -400 ft | |
| Sep | 62% | -594 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | -1,332 ft | |
| Nov | 68% | -1,885 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | -2,558 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,784–-383 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 453 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 472 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 505 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 535 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 620 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 430 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nome Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nome Airport?
The ICAO code for Nome Airport is PAOM, and its IATA code is OME.
Where is Nome Airport located?
Nome Airport is medium airport located in Nome, United States, at an elevation of 37 ft (11 m).
How many runways does Nome Airport have?
Nome Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,176 ft / 1,882 m.
Which airlines fly to Nome Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nome Airport include Alaska Airlines, Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nome Airport?
Historical data lists 16 nonstop destinations from Nome Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nome Airport in?
Nome Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nome Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nome Airport is approximately 7.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nome Airport?
The nearest airport to Nome Airport is Nome City Field (94Z), about 1.3 nm to the e, followed by Engstrom Field and Solomon State Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nome Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.