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Small airport

Red Dog Airport

IATA RDBICAO PADGLocal DGG🇺🇸 Red Dog
Coordinates
68.0321°N, 162.8990°W
Elevation
969 ft (295 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
US-AK
Time zone
Nome(UTC-08:00)
Magnetic variation
8° E

About Red Dog Airport

Red Dog Airport is a private-use airport located at Red Dog Mine, in the U.S. state of Alaska. The airport is privately owned by the NANA Regional Corporation. It has one asphalt paved runway designated 2/20 which measures 6,312 x 100 ft.. Red Dog Mine has chartered Alaska Airlines to carry mine workers to and from Anchorage from the airport.

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Runways (1)

RunwayLengthWidthSurfaceLightingStatus
03 / 216,312 ft / 1,924 m100 ftAsph-gUnlitOpen

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for Red Dog Airport?

The ICAO code for Red Dog Airport is PADG, and its IATA code is RDB.

Where is Red Dog Airport located?

Red Dog Airport is small airport located in Red Dog, United States, at an elevation of 969 ft (295 m).

How many runways does Red Dog Airport have?

Red Dog Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,312 ft / 1,924 m.

What time zone is Red Dog Airport in?

Red Dog Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).

What is the magnetic variation at Red Dog Airport?

The magnetic variation (declination) at Red Dog Airport is approximately 8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near Red Dog Airport?

The nearest airport to Red Dog Airport is Noatak Airport (WTK), about 28.3 nm to the s, followed by Point Lay LRRS Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. Red Dog Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.