Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
GAL
ICAO Code
PAGA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Edward G. Pitka Sr. Airport serves a small, remote community in interior Alaska. It is a regional airfield focused on scheduled commuter and charter flights connecting remote villages and regional hubs.

Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport
Elevation: 46 m
64.7362, -156.9370

Getting to and From Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport #

Most passengers arrive and depart by scheduled commuter flights; ground transport options at remote Alaskan airfields are minimal.

  • Car / taxi: Local taxis are often not available-arrange a pickup with your host or carrier in advance.
  • Shuttle / transfer: Many travelers rely on community-arranged shuttles or private pickups.
  • Public transport: There is typically no public rail or extensive bus service.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport #

Facilities are basic and oriented toward short-haul and utility operations rather than passenger services. Expect a small terminal with seating and restrooms; concessions and lounges are unlikely.

  • Wi‑Fi / charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited or absent.
  • Baggage: Baggage services are minimal; confirm checked baggage allowances and procedures with your carrier.
  • Accessibility: Basic assistance is usually available-contact the airline in advance for support.

Tips for Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport #

  • This airport serves a remote Alaskan community-flight schedules can change with short notice due to weather; confirm your flight the day of travel.
  • Ground transport and rental car options are extremely limited or non‑existent; arrange pickup through your carrier or host.

Weather & Climate near Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport #

Climate

Edward G. Pitka Sr Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 20°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 23 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-49°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -19°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-23°
Feels Like Freezing
-23°C
Temperature
-27° -19°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-25° -15°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall.

46 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-20° -8°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.5h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
18.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
20.4h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
19.3h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 63 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.1h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.8h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° -11°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-21°
Feels Like Freezing
-21°C
Temperature
-25° -17°
99%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
3.6h daylight