Platinum Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 20m 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 Platinum Airport
Platinum Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in Platinum, in the Bethel Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Platinum Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAEH.
Live weather
PAEHNOTAMs
PAEHReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 75 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 1,924 ft / 586 m | 50 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | ANCHORAGE ARTCC | 127.600 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS THREE | 118.375 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.800 MHz |
| RDO | KENAI RDO | 122.500 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 3 of 3 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: N (from about 0°), on 24% of observations, averaging 15 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28% | -1,944 ft | |
| Feb | 26% | -1,623 ft | |
| Mar | 26% | -2,069 ft | |
| Apr | 26% | -1,578 ft | |
| May | 29% | -1,158 ft | |
| Jun | 37% | -748 ft | |
| Jul | 20% | -628 ft | |
| Aug | 19% | -416 ft | |
| Sep | 25% | -501 ft | |
| Oct | 26% | -824 ft | |
| Nov | 27% | -1,269 ft | |
| Dec | 25% | -1,550 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-2,069–-416 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Platinum Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Platinum Airport?
The ICAO code for Platinum Airport is PAPM, and its IATA code is PTU.
Where is Platinum Airport located?
Platinum Airport is medium airport located in Platinum, United States, at an elevation of 15 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Platinum Airport have?
Platinum Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
Which airlines fly to Platinum Airport?
Airlines historically serving Platinum Airport include Airbus France (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Platinum Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Platinum Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Platinum Airport in?
Platinum Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Platinum Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Platinum Airport is approximately 9.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Platinum Airport?
The nearest airport to Platinum Airport is Platinum Mine Airport (6AK1), about 7.3 nm to the sse, followed by Goodnews Airport and Cape Newenham LRRS Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Platinum Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.