Definition
McGrath Airport is a public-use airport situated approximately one nautical mile (2 km) northeast of the central business district of McGrath, a city in the Yukon‑Kuskokwim Delta of the U.S. state of Alaska.
Overview
The airport is owned by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) and serves as a regional hub for passenger, cargo, and general aviation operations in central Alaska. It provides scheduled air service primarily to Anchorage and other interior communities, as well as charter and air‑taxi flights that support local tourism, mining, and subsistence activities. The facility contributes to the economic connectivity of the remote Yukon‑Kuskokwim region.
Etymology/Origin
The airport derives its name from the nearby community of McGrath. The city itself was named after Thomas McGrath, an early prospector and influential figure in the area’s development during the early 20th century. Consequently, “McGrath Airport” reflects its geographic association with the town.
Characteristics
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| IATA code | MCG |
| ICAO code | PAMC |
| FAA LID | MCG |
| Type | Public (state‑owned) |
| Owner | Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities |
| Location | McGrath, Alaska, United States |
| Elevation | Approximately 1,102 feet (336 m) above mean sea level |
| Runway | One runway, designated 7/25 |
| Runway dimensions | Roughly 5,936 feet long and 150 feet wide (1,809 m × 46 m) |
| Runway surface | Asphalt |
| Based aircraft | Primarily air‑taxi and general‑aviation aircraft; exact numbers vary by year |
| Passenger enplanements | Typically a few thousand per year; exact figures are reported annually by the Federal Aviation Administration |
| Airline service | Historically served by Alaska Airlines and regional carriers such as Ravn Alaska (service status may change) |
| Facilities | Small terminal building with passenger waiting area, ticketing, and basic amenities; no jet bridge; aircraft are loaded via ramp or stairs |
Note: Precise runway dimensions, elevation, and service details are based on publicly available data from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Alaska DOT&PF. Where exact current figures are unavailable, the presented values reflect the most recent confirmed measurements.
Related Topics
- McGrath, Alaska – the city served by the airport, located in the Yukon‑Kuskokwim Delta.
- Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities – the state agency responsible for airport ownership and operations.
- List of airports in Alaska – a comprehensive inventory of public and private aviation facilities across the state.
- Air transportation in rural Alaska – the broader context of aviation’s role in connecting remote communities.
All information presented is derived from verifiable public sources such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airport database, the Alaska DOT&PF, and standard aviation references. Where specific details could not be confirmed with up‑to‑date sources, the entry notes the limitation accordingly.