Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport
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About Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport
Driftwood Bay Air Force Station is a private use military airstrip located 13 nautical miles northwest of Unalaska Island, in the Aleutians East Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is privately owned by the United States Air Force. The facility is not open for public use.
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Live weather
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Where you can fly from here
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 3,500 ft / 1,067 m | 100 ft | Grvl | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport?
The ICAO code for Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport is PAAM.
Where is Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport located?
Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport is small airport located in Dutch Harbor, United States, at an elevation of 24 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport have?
Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,500 ft / 1,067 m.
What time zone is Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport in?
Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport?
The nearest airport to Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport is Tom Madsen (Dutch Harbor) Airport (DUT), about 11.9 nm to the ese, followed by Akutan Airport and Cape Field at Fort Glenn.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Driftwood Bay Air Force Station Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.