Shishmaref Airport
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About Shishmaref Airport
Shishmaref Airport is a state-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile (1.85 km) south of the central business district of Shishmaref, a village in the Nome Census Area of the U.S. state of Alaska. It has one asphalt paved runway designated 5/23 and measuring 5,000 x 70 ft.. Shishmaref is located on Sarichef Island in the Chukchi Sea, just north of the Bering Strait and five miles from the mainland.
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Shishmaref Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: PATC.
Live weather
PATCNOTAMs
PATCReference 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 | 4,997 ft / 1,523 m | 73 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 121.100 MHz |
| CNTR | ANCHORAGE CNTR | 119.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 123.000 MHz |
| FSS | NOME RDO | 122.400 MHz |
| MISC | TWEB | 36.500 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 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: NNE (from about 22.5°), on 40% of observations, averaging 22 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23% | -3,632 ft | |
| Feb | 19% | -3,854 ft | |
| Mar | 19% | -3,117 ft | |
| Apr | 26% | -2,778 ft | |
| May | 21% | -1,920 ft | |
| Jun | 29% | -1,365 ft | |
| Jul | 20% | -717 ft | |
| Aug | 19% | -737 ft | |
| Sep | 28% | -883 ft | |
| Oct | 36% | -1,511 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -1,978 ft | |
| Dec | 21% | -2,956 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,854–-717 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shishmaref Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Shishmaref Airport?
The ICAO code for Shishmaref Airport is PASH, and its IATA code is SHH.
Where is Shishmaref Airport located?
Shishmaref Airport is small airport located in Shishmaref, United States, at an elevation of 12 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Shishmaref Airport have?
Shishmaref Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,997 ft / 1,523 m.
Which airlines fly to Shishmaref Airport?
Airlines historically serving Shishmaref Airport include Bering Air, Era Alaska (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Shishmaref Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Shishmaref Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Shishmaref Airport in?
Shishmaref Airport is in the America/Nome time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shishmaref Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shishmaref Airport is approximately 6.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shishmaref Airport?
The nearest airport to Shishmaref Airport is Buck Creek Airport (AK98), about 50.1 nm to the sw, followed by Brevig Mission Airport and Lost River 1 Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shishmaref Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.