Sand Point Airport — Sand Point, United States

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Searching for an airport code near Sand Point? Sand Point Airport is identified as SDP (ICAO: PASD).

Distance & flight time from SDP

Sand Point Airport

Sand Point Airport serves the remote fishing community of Sand Point on Popof Island in Alaska's Aleutians East Borough. As with many Alaskan airports, SDP is a lifeline for the town, providing essential access for passengers, mail, and supplies where road connections to the outside world do not exist. The airport supports small commuter aircraft operated by regional carriers linking Sand Point to Anchorage and other Alaska Peninsula communities. Weather conditions, including frequent wind and fog typical of the Aleutian region, can significantly affect flight schedules. The local economy centers heavily on commercial fishing, and the airport facilitates the transport of seafood products alongside passenger travel, underscoring its importance to this isolated coastal settlement.

Runways at Sand Point Airport (SDP)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
13/314000 ft (1219 m)150 ft (46 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Sand Point Airport (SDP)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
AWOSAWOS 3134.85 MHz
CLDCLNC DEL122.3 MHz
CNTRANCHORAGE CNTR125.35 MHz
CTAFCTAF122.3 MHz
FSSCOLD BAY RDO122.3 MHz
UNICUNICOM122.8 MHz

Airports near Sand Point Airport (SDP)

Sand Point Airport, SDP, is the vital air link for this remote Alaskan fishing town, connecting Popof Island residents to Anchorage despite challenging Aleutian weather.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Sand Point Airport?

The IATA code for Sand Point Airport is SDP.

What is the ICAO code for Sand Point Airport?

The ICAO code for Sand Point Airport is PASD. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.