Warren "Bud" Woods Palmer Municipal Airport (PAQ)

Warren 'Bud' Woods Palmer Municipal Airport (PAQ) is a primary general aviation hub located approximately 1 mile southeast of downtown Palmer, Alaska. While the airport does not host scheduled commercial passenger airlines, it features a functional terminal area centered around the Airport Superintendent's office and the on-field FAA Flight Service Station (FSS). The facility serves as a vital infrastructure link for the Matanuska Valley, supporting private pilots, corporate charters, and public safety operations. The airport infrastructure provides essential amenities for travelers and crews, including a dedicated pilot lounge, public restrooms, and a visitor-friendly observation area equipped with picnic tables for plane watching. For specialized services, several on-field businesses such as Blue River Aviation and Fly Around Alaska offer flight instruction and aircraft rentals. While on-site dining is not available, the airport is within walking distance of numerous local restaurants and bakeries in the Palmer city center. Technical services at the field are comprehensive, featuring 24-hour self-service fueling for both 100LL Avgas and Jet A via credit card systems on both the North and South ramps. The airport features three runways, including a 6,009-foot asphalt primary runway and a dedicated 1,560-foot gravel STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) strip. Ground transportation is informal, with no dedicated rental car desks on-site, though local taxi services and pre-arranged pickups are common for those transitioning through the facility.