Shungnak Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 11m 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 Shungnak Airport
Shungnak Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located in Shungnak, a city in the Northwest Arctic of the U.S. state of Alaska.
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Shungnak Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PAIM.
Live weather
PAIMNOTAMs
PAIMReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 60 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.700 MHz |
| FSS | KOTZEBUE | 122.000 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 5 of 5 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 16% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60% | -3,292 ft | |
| Feb | 50% | -3,367 ft | |
| Mar | 60% | -2,699 ft | |
| Apr | 64% | -1,809 ft | |
| May | 81% | -685 ft | |
| Jun | 87% | 165 ft | |
| Jul | 70% | 94 ft | |
| Aug | 52% | -150 ft | |
| Sep | 57% | -654 ft | |
| Oct | 47% | -1,532 ft | |
| Nov | 52% | -2,447 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -3,118 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,367–165 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shungnak Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Shungnak Airport?
The ICAO code for Shungnak Airport is PAGH, and its IATA code is SHG.
Where is Shungnak Airport located?
Shungnak Airport is small airport located in Shungnak, United States, at an elevation of 197 ft (60 m).
How many runways does Shungnak Airport have?
Shungnak Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
Which airlines fly to Shungnak Airport?
Airlines historically serving Shungnak Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Shungnak Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Shungnak Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Shungnak Airport in?
Shungnak Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shungnak Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shungnak Airport is approximately 10.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shungnak Airport?
The nearest airport to Shungnak Airport is Kobuk Airport (OBU), about 6.4 nm to the ene, followed by Dahl Creek Airport and Barrow Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shungnak Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.