Airport Codes
Total 1 airports of CXF
Coldfoot Airport (IATA: CXF, ICAO:PACX) is located in the the city of Coldfoot, United states.
Airport Overview
Coldfoot Airport is a remote aviation facility serving Coldfoot, Alaska, in the United States. Its location along the Dalton Highway gives it a practical role in local access, remote-site support and time-sensitive community logistics rather than in scheduled international cargo distribution. The airport should therefore be treated as a small regional or remote-access airfield, not as a conventional cargo gateway. Our service team can coordinate uplift through an available local operator or an onward connection, but acceptance, aircraft suitability, handling arrangements and final-mile delivery must be confirmed for each shipment before booking. There is no basis in the supplied airport data for assuming a cargo terminal, customs warehouse, bonded facility, cold store or regular freight schedule at the airport itself.
| Airport name | Coldfoot Airport |
|---|---|
| Location | Coldfoot, Alaska, United States |
| Codes | IATA: CXF · ICAO: PACX |
| Coordinates | 67.2521800, -150.2039000 |
| Time zone | UTC−09:00 |
| Airport role | Remote-access regional airfield; cargo suitability is shipment- and operator-dependent |
Key Highlights
- Remote logistics profile: primarily relevant to Coldfoot and nearby remote operations, not hub-to-hub freight.
- No assumed scheduled cargo network: uplift and aircraft availability must be checked case by case.
- Limited ground infrastructure risk: cargo handling, storage, loading equipment and collection arrangements require advance confirmation.
- Weather-sensitive routing: Arctic conditions, visibility, wind and seasonal access can affect uplift and delivery plans.
- Best use case: pre-arranged supplies, project support, emergency replenishment and small consignments with a confirmed local receiver.
Cargo Facilities & Services
Our team does not present unverified terminal capabilities as available services. For Coldfoot Airport, the following points should be treated as pre-booking checks rather than standard facility assumptions:
- Acceptance and handling: confirm whether a local operator can accept commercial cargo, the receiving contact, cargo dimensions, maximum piece weight and loading method.
- Storage: do not assume a public cargo shed, secure storage, bonded warehouse or overnight holding area. Arrange direct delivery to the authorized receiver where possible.
- Temperature control: no cold-chain room should be presumed. Perishables, pharmaceuticals and other temperature-sensitive goods require an agreed handling plan and validated packaging.
- Dangerous goods: acceptance depends on operator approval, aircraft type, packaging, documentation and local handling capability. Pre-clearance is essential.
- Customs and security: Coldfoot Airport should not be selected as a standard customs-cleared import gateway without written confirmation from the carrier, customs broker and relevant authorities.
Routes & Transit Times
- International cargo will generally require a planned connection through a larger Alaskan or U.S. gateway, followed by a separately confirmed regional or remote-airfield movement.
- Available uplift may depend on a local charter, air-taxi, utility aircraft or other operator rather than a published cargo schedule; our service team verifies the operating party before issuing a firm plan.
- Transit time cannot be responsibly promised from the airport code alone. Weather, aircraft payload, daylight, fuel planning, cargo dimensions, pilot operating limits and receiver availability may all change the delivery window.
- For urgent cargo, our team compares direct charter, gateway trucking and alternative Alaskan airport options instead of assuming a routine connection.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Service area
The immediate service area is Coldfoot and remote locations accessible through the Dalton Highway and local aviation links. Final delivery may require a receiver with local access, unloading capability and suitable ground transport.
Typical logistics demand
Potential shipments include maintenance parts, tools, communications equipment, camp supplies, safety equipment, packaged provisions and time-critical project materials. Cargo acceptance remains subject to operator and aircraft limitations.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking cut-off: there is no universal cut-off shown in the supplied data. Our team obtains the operator's cargo acceptance deadline, tender point and loading appointment before dispatch.
- Documentation: prepare a commercial invoice, packing list, accurate piece count and dimensions, gross weight, shipper and consignee details, airwaybill instructions and any permits required for the commodity or destination.
- Restricted cargo: dangerous goods, lithium batteries, dry ice, firearms, ammunition, fuel, chemicals, live animals and perishables must be declared before booking. Never tender undeclared restricted material.
- Import and collection: confirm whether the movement is domestic or international, who performs customs clearance, where inspection may occur and who collects the cargo. A remote-airfield arrival does not by itself establish customs clearance capability.
Shipping Tips
- Send our service team the commodity, dimensions, weight, packing photos, delivery coordinates, required delivery date and receiver contact before requesting a rate.
- Use robust, weather-resistant packaging with clear piece marks. Keep each piece within the confirmed aircraft loading limits and avoid irregular dimensions unless a loading check has been completed.
- For temperature-sensitive or high-value goods, use qualified packaging and agree on custody, storage and contingency procedures; do not rely on airport-side refrigeration that has not been confirmed.
- Build a contingency route through a larger Alaskan gateway or a road-accessible alternative airport when the cargo is critical, bulky or subject to a fixed project deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Coldfoot Airport handle normal international air freight?
It should not be treated as a standard international cargo gateway. Our team first confirms the operating carrier, customs pathway, cargo acceptance and final-mile plan; international freight will commonly need a larger gateway connection.
Can we book a regular cargo flight to Coldfoot Airport?
Do not assume a published cargo schedule. Uplift may be arranged through a local operator or charter subject to aircraft availability, payload, weather and the nature of the shipment.
Is a warehouse or cold room available for arrival cargo?
Storage and temperature-controlled handling must be confirmed in writing for the specific movement. We normally plan direct handover to the receiver or arrange an agreed alternative holding solution.
Can dangerous goods or lithium batteries be shipped?
Possibly, but only after commodity classification, packing, marking, documents, operator approval and aircraft restrictions are reviewed. Acceptance is never automatic.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Provide origin, destination, commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, value, special handling requirements, consignee access details and the required delivery window. Our team then evaluates direct uplift and alternative routing options.
Data Sources & Provenance
Airport name, codes, location, coordinates and time zone in this module are taken from the supplied airport master data. Operational statements are deliberately limited to planning guidance where a facility, schedule, carrier, handling service or performance figure has not been verified for the specific movement.
- U.S. aviation reference and airport regulatory information: faa.gov
- Alaska state transportation and aviation information: dot.alaska.gov
- International air transport standards and industry reference: iata.org
Carrier acceptance, operating hours, aircraft type, ground handling, customs arrangements, weather restrictions and final delivery conditions must be revalidated by our service team before each booking.