Barter Island Airport

Overview

Barter Island Long Range Radar Station Airport is the main air gateway for Barter Island in northern Alaska, serving one of the most remote parts of the United States. Listed under IATA code BTI and ICAO code PABA, it is classified as a medium airport and plays a practical role in connecting this small Arctic community with the wider region. Its very low elevation of just 2 feet above sea level reflects the flat, exposed coastal landscape, so weather and visibility can have an outsized effect on day-to-day flying conditions.

At a glance

• Airport name: Barter Island Long Range Radar Station Airport
• Location served: Barter Island, United States
• Airport type: Medium airport
• Elevation: 2 ft (1 m)
• Runway: 07/25, 4,500 ft, gravel-paved surface
• Time zone: America/Anchorage

What Travelers Should Know

For visitors, the most important thing to understand is that this is a functional, remote airport rather than a large full-service travel hub. The single 4,500-foot gravel runway is well suited to the airport’s setting, but it also means travelers should expect a rugged, weather-dependent operation typical of far northern Alaska. It is wise to plan conservatively, allow extra time in case of delays, and confirm local transport or onward arrangements before arrival. Because Barter Island follows the America/Anchorage time zone, checking departure times carefully can also help avoid confusion when coordinating flights with other parts of Alaska.