Ralph Wien Memorial Airport
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About Ralph Wien Memorial Airport
Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located on the south side of Kotzebue, a city on the Baldwin Peninsula in the Northwest Arctic Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Live weather
PAOTNOTAMs
PAOTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 6,300 ft / 1,920 m | 150 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 3,800 ft / 1,158 m | 90 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.450 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.450 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.600 MHz |
| FSS | KOTZEBUE RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 115.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 6 of 7 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOTZEBUE 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 15% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 72% | -3,454 ft | |
| Feb | 67% | -3,580 ft | |
| Mar | 64% | -3,258 ft | |
| Apr | 75% | -2,546 ft | |
| May | 78% | -1,554 ft | |
| Jun | 85% | -850 ft | |
| Jul | 74% | -227 ft | |
| Aug | 68% | -317 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | -738 ft | |
| Oct | 72% | -1,699 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -2,570 ft | |
| Dec | 71% | -3,368 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,580–-227 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 328 ft | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 253 ft | 56 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 62 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ralph Wien Memorial Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ralph Wien Memorial Airport?
The ICAO code for Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is PAOT, and its IATA code is OTZ.
Where is Ralph Wien Memorial Airport located?
Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is medium airport located in Kotzebue, United States, at an elevation of 14 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Ralph Wien Memorial Airport have?
Ralph Wien Memorial Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,300 ft / 1,920 m.
Which airlines fly to Ralph Wien Memorial Airport?
Airlines historically serving Ralph Wien Memorial 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 Ralph Wien Memorial Airport?
Historical data lists 12 nonstop destinations from Ralph Wien Memorial Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Ralph Wien Memorial Airport in?
Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is approximately 8.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ralph Wien Memorial Airport?
The nearest airport to Ralph Wien Memorial Airport is Robert (Bob) Curtis Memorial Airport (ORV), about 37.5 nm to the e, followed by Noatak Airport and Deering Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ralph Wien Memorial Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.