Northway Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 39m 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 Northway Airport
Northway Airport is a state-owned public-use airport serving Northway, a community located in the Southeast Fairbanks Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PAORNOTAMs
PAORReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,100 ft / 1,554 m | 100 ft | Grvl-dirt-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.400 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 126.550 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.600 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| MISC | SUAS INFO SVC | 125.300 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (3)
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.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWAY 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: NW (from about 315°), on 23% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -2,083 ft | |
| Feb | 81% | -1,874 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | -848 ft | |
| Apr | 94% | 485 ft | |
| May | 93% | 1,512 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 2,111 ft | |
| Jul | 90% | 2,209 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,900 ft | |
| Sep | 86% | 1,305 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | 316 ft | |
| Nov | 60% | -1,141 ft | |
| Dec | 64% | -1,908 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,083–2,209 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 371 ft | 2,388 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Northway Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Northway Airport?
The ICAO code for Northway Airport is PAOR, and its IATA code is ORT.
Where is Northway Airport located?
Northway Airport is medium airport located in Northway, United States, at an elevation of 1,715 ft (523 m).
How many runways does Northway Airport have?
Northway Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,100 ft / 1,554 m.
What time zone is Northway Airport in?
Northway Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Northway Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Northway Airport is approximately 16.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Northway Airport?
The nearest airport to Northway Airport is Tetlin Airport (TEH), about 18.8 nm to the wnw, followed by Tok Junction Airport and Beaver Creek Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Northway Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.