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Nelson Lagoon charts & airport diagram

Nelson Lagoon (OUL · PAOU) in Nelson Lagoon, AK publishes 5 FAA charts, including 2 instrument approaches (RNAV (GPS)). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map

All of Nelson Lagoon — runways, frequencies, charts and live weather
Airport
Approaches
Departures
Minimums
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Lowest minimums here: RNAV (GPS) with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.

What PAOU publishes

Instrument approaches at PAOU

Nelson Lagoon has 2 published instrument approaches of 1 type (RNAV (GPS)). 2 of them offer vertical guidance; RNAV (GPS) gives the lowest minimums.

Takeoff, alternate and surface information

  • Takeoff minimums are published for PAOU. Standard is 1 statute mile visibility for one and two engine aircraft (½ mile for more than two) unless this section says otherwise; Part 91 operators are not bound by them but the obstacle notes apply to everyone.
  • Nelson Lagoon has an obstacle departure procedure (ODP): the charted way to clear terrain and obstacles after takeoff in instrument conditions. ATC does not assign it; under Part 91 it is recommended rather than required, and it is what you fly when no SID or radar vectors have been given.
All 5 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link

Airport documents 1

Approaches 2

Departures 1

Minimums 1

Frequently asked

Does PAOU have an instrument approach?

Yes. Nelson Lagoon has 2 published instrument approaches: RNAV (GPS). At least one offers vertical guidance.

What is the lowest approach at PAOU?

RNAV (GPS) to runway 08 is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Nelson Lagoon. It has vertical guidance, so it is flown to a decision altitude rather than a minimum descent altitude. Actual minimums vary by aircraft category and are on the plate.

Does PAOU have an obstacle departure procedure?

Yes. Nelson Lagoon publishes an ODP. Under Part 91 it is not mandatory in most cases, but it is the charted way to clear terrain and obstacles after takeoff in instrument conditions.

More about PAOU

Charts are the FAA d-TPP (d-TPP cycle 2609 (2026, cycle 9)) and Chart Supplement, reissued on the 28-day chart cycle and linked directly from the FAA. For planning and education only; always fly the current chart.

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