Seward Airport
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About Seward Airport
Seward Airport is a state-owned, public-use airport located two nautical miles northeast of the central business district of Seward, a city in Kenai Peninsula Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. This airport is included in the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PAWDNOTAMs
PAWDReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 4,249 ft / 1,295 m | 100 ft | Asph-g | Lighted | Open |
| 16 / 34 | 2,289 ft / 698 m | 75 ft | Asph-g | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.200 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
| FSS | KENAI RDO | 122.600 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Seward Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Seward Airport?
The ICAO code for Seward Airport is PAWD, and its IATA code is SWD.
Where is Seward Airport located?
Seward Airport is medium airport located in Seward, United States, at an elevation of 22 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Seward Airport have?
Seward Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,249 ft / 1,295 m.
What time zone is Seward Airport in?
Seward Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Seward Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Seward Airport is approximately 14.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Seward Airport?
The nearest airport to Seward Airport is Lawing Airport (9Z9), about 16.9 nm to the n, followed by Quartz Creek Airport and South Gasline Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Seward Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.