William R Fairchild International Airport — Port Angeles, United States
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Distance & flight time from CLM
William R Fairchild International Airport
Despite its grand international designation, CLM handles a modest slate of small commuter flights linking Port Angeles to Seattle, reflecting the airport's role as a lifeline for Washington's isolated Olympic Peninsula rather than any significant overseas traffic. The airport honors William Fairchild, a Port Angeles native and aviator who died during World War II. Port Angeles itself serves as the primary jumping-off point for visitors heading into Olympic National Park's rainforests and mountains, and also hosts a ferry terminal connecting to Victoria, British Columbia, across the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The field's runway, originally built up during wartime for military use, now mostly accommodates small turboprops, private aircraft, and floatplane traffic typical of the Pacific Northwest's more remote coastal communities.
Runways at William R Fairchild International Airport (CLM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6347 ft (1935 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 13/31 | 3255 ft (992 m) | 50 ft (15 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for William R Fairchild International Airport (CLM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | WHIDBEY APP/DEP | 118.2 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 135.175 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 124.15 MHz |
| RDO | SEATTLE RDO | 122.6 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near William R Fairchild International Airport (CLM)
- Friday Harbor Airport (FRD) — 57.0 km (35.4 mi)
- Victoria International Airport (YYJ) — 58.8 km (36.5 mi)
- Whidbey Island Naval Air Station (Ault Field) (NUW) — 67.6 km (42.0 mi)
- Orcas Island Airport (ESD) — 78.6 km (48.8 mi)
- Bremerton National Airport (PWT) — 89.0 km (55.3 mi)
- Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) — 93.7 km (58.2 mi)
- Bellingham International Airport (BLI) — 103.1 km (64.1 mi)
- Nanaimo Airport (YCD) — 107.4 km (66.7 mi)
CLM's long runway, a legacy of its World War II-era construction, is oversized relative to today's light commuter traffic, and the field lies only a few miles from downtown Port Angeles on Washington's northern coastline.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for William R Fairchild International Airport?
The IATA code for William R Fairchild International Airport is CLM.
What is the ICAO code for William R Fairchild International Airport?
The ICAO code for William R Fairchild International Airport is KCLM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.