What is the tower frequency at PAFA?

The tower frequency at Fairbanks Intl is 118.3 MHz.

Does PAFA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Fairbanks Intl (United States).

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Fairbanks Intl

Fairbanks Intl (PAFA/FAI) serves Fairbanks, United States. This is a major international airport with 4 runways (02/20, 02L/20R). Field elevation is 439 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 7/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: PAFA
Name: Fairbanks Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 64.815102
Longitude: -147.856003
Elevation: 439 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Fairbanks
IATA Code: FAI
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Anchorage
Distance from City: 7.1 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 02/20

Designation: 02/20
Dimensions: 2900 X 75
Surface: GRVL
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02L/20R

Designation: 02L/20R
Dimensions: 11800 X 150
Surface: ASPH-G
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02R/20L

Designation: 02R/20L
Dimensions: 6501 X 100
Surface: ASPH-G
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 02W/20W

Designation: 02W/20W
Dimensions: 5400 X 100
Surface: WATER
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.300 MHz
Ground: 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 124.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: $5.50 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: $2.75 per 1,000 kg per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: Standard airport fees apply at PAFA.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Standard Jet A-1 available at PAFA.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Port of entry. Fairbanks Intl. Full CBP. Interior Alaska hub.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: Extreme cold operations. Northern lights tourism. Military presence.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification

Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at PAFA?: The tower frequency at Fairbanks Intl is 118.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at PAFA?: Fairbanks Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does PAFA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Fairbanks Intl (United States).

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