PAJC

VFR

CHIGNIK

CHIGNIK · ALASKA

Elev
18.3'
Longest RWY
2,600'02/20
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR08:56Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into PAJC
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,018.3'
MSL · field 18.3' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 02
H/W +4 · X/W 3 kt L

METAR & TAF PAJC

Current METAR

Observed 08:56Z

PAJC 140856Z AUTO VRB05KT 10SM FEW041 OVC055 03/M01 A2968 RMK AO2 RAE09B30E49 SLP054 P0000 60001 T00331011 400890033 51013
Wind
VAR @ 5 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
3°C / -1°C
Altimeter
29.68 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
-1,120 ft
Ceiling
5,500 ft AGL
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
2 NM NE
VFR sectional
KODIAK
ARTCC
ZAN · ANCHORAGE
NOTAM facility
AJC (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
PAUL HANSEN
Address
BOX 65, KING SALMON AK 99613

Flight service · Hours

FSS ENA
KENAI907-283-72111-866-864-1737
Attendance
  • Unattended

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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000° · 5 kt
RWY 02
018°M
Head/Tail
+4 kt
Crosswind
3 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 02

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 02 · 018° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,018 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
02/20Favored18° / 198°2,600 ftGRAVELStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
025', brush, 2' from thr, slope 0
206', berm, 1' from thr, 105' R of cntrln, slope 0

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

Chart Supplement
PAJC · CHART_SUPP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
Not available
Oxygen (bottled)
Not available
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Not available
Power plant repair
Not available

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
Landing fee
No fee published
Customs
Not available
Wind indicator
Yes
Segmented circle
Yes

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • Runway condition is not maintained; recommend visual inspection prior to use.Show FAA
  • Seabirds are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Weather camera available on the internet at https://weathercams.faa.gov.Show FAA
  • Mountains southwest of the airport create frequent severe turbulence.Show FAA
  • Seaplane operating area is in the lake east of the airport.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 02Runways 02 and 20 are marked with orange reflective cones.Show FAA

Other notes

  • OWNEROwner phone number is 907-269-0760.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · PAJC

Answer card
ICAO
PAJC
Name
CHIGNIK
Location
CHIGNIK, ALASKA
Elevation
18.3 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,018.3 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
02/20 · 2,600 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
1
Magnetic variation
16°
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
000° at 5 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 02

Chignik Airport sits in Chignik, Alaska at 18.3 ft MSL. It has one runway. Runway 02/20 is 2,600 ft of gravel. The airport is not towered. CTAF is 122.8. No ILS approaches are published here.

Pattern altitude is not published. For light piston traffic, use the standard 1,000 ft AGL unless the current Chart Supplement or local guidance says otherwise. The field is in a coastal setting with seabirds on and near the airport. Runway 02 and 20 are marked with orange reflective cones. The runway is not maintained. A visual inspection before use is a good idea. Mountains southwest of the airport can produce frequent severe turbulence. That matters here more than most places.

There are no on-field FBOs listed. Check with the airport operator or call the field directly before arrival if you need current services. A seaplane operating area is in the lake east of the airport. Pilots should plan for gravel surface operations. They should also plan for changing runway condition. Local weather can shift quickly in this part of Alaska. The owner phone number in the Chart Supplement is 907-269-0760.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway at PAJC Chignik Airport?
PAJC has one runway, 02/20. It is 2,600 ft long and gravel.
Does Chignik Airport have any ILS approaches?
No ILS approaches are published for PAJC. Check the current FAA Chart Supplement for the latest approach data before you go.
What is the pattern altitude at PAJC?
Pattern altitude is not published for PAJC. For light piston operations, use the standard 1,000 ft AGL unless current local guidance says otherwise.
Is PAJC towered?
No. PAJC is not towered. Use CTAF 122.8 for self-announced traffic calls.
What should I know about runway condition at Chignik?
The runway is not maintained. A visual inspection before use is recommended, especially on a gravel strip that can change with weather and traffic.
Are there terrain or turbulence concerns near PAJC?
Yes. Mountains southwest of the airport create frequent severe turbulence. Plan your arrival and departure with that in mind, especially in stronger winds.
Are there any on-field FBOs at PAJC?
No on-field FBOs are listed. Contact the airport operator directly before arrival, or call the field on CTAF for current service information.
Is there a seaplane area near Chignik Airport?
Yes. The published seaplane operating area is in the lake east of the airport. Keep that in mind when planning traffic and surface operations.

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