Point Lay LRRS Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 42m 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 Point Lay LRRS Airport
Point Lay LRRS Airport is a public and military use airport owned by the United States Government and located in Point Lay, in the North Slope Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is also known as Point Lay Airport. The acronym LRRS stands for Long Range Radar Site or Long Range Radar Station.
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Point Lay LRRS Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PALU.
Live weather
PALUNOTAMs
PALUReference 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 | 3,519 ft / 1,073 m | 80 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.650 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.650 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.400 MHz |
| FSS | FAIRBANKS RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.800 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Showing 2 of 2 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
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 19% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36% | -3,887 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -4,036 ft | |
| Mar | 30% | -3,399 ft | |
| Apr | 28% | -2,992 ft | |
| May | 22% | -1,911 ft | |
| Jun | 38% | -1,256 ft | |
| Jul | 33% | -567 ft | |
| Aug | 24% | -716 ft | |
| Sep | 25% | -886 ft | |
| Oct | 33% | -1,477 ft | |
| Nov | 29% | -2,204 ft | |
| Dec | 29% | -3,207 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,036–-567 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Point Lay LRRS Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Point Lay LRRS Airport?
The ICAO code for Point Lay LRRS Airport is PPIZ, and its IATA code is PIZ.
Where is Point Lay LRRS Airport located?
Point Lay LRRS Airport is medium airport located in Point Lay, United States, at an elevation of 22 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Point Lay LRRS Airport have?
Point Lay LRRS Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,519 ft / 1,073 m.
Which airlines fly to Point Lay LRRS Airport?
Airlines historically serving Point Lay LRRS Airport include Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Point Lay LRRS Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Point Lay LRRS Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Point Lay LRRS Airport in?
Point Lay LRRS Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Point Lay LRRS Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Point Lay LRRS Airport is approximately 7.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Point Lay LRRS Airport?
The nearest airport to Point Lay LRRS Airport is Red Dog Airport (RDB), about 102.1 nm to the s.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Point Lay LRRS Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.