Seward charts & airport diagram
Seward (SWD · PAWD) in Seward, AK publishes 5 FAA charts, including 1 instrument approach (RNAV (GPS)). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map
All of Seward — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherLowest minimums here: RNAV (GPS) with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.
What PAWD publishes
Instrument approaches at PAWD
Seward has 1 published instrument approach of 1 type (RNAV (GPS)). 1 of them offers vertical guidance; RNAV (GPS) gives the lowest minimums. One is circling only — bringing you to the airport rather than a runway, to circle for whichever runway the wind favors at circling minimums.
No published approach to runway 13, 31, 16 and 34: landing on those ends in instrument conditions means a circling approach or a visual after breaking out.
Takeoff, alternate and surface information
- Takeoff minimums are published for PAWD. 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.
- Seward 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.
- Non standard alternate minimums are published: if you file PAWD as an IFR alternate, the required forecast is higher than the default 600-2 for precision or 800-2 for non precision approaches. Check the alternate rule tool.
All 5 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link
Frequently asked
Does PAWD have an instrument approach?
Yes. Seward has 1 published instrument approach: RNAV (GPS). At least one offers vertical guidance.
What is the lowest approach at PAWD?
RNAV (GPS) is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Seward. 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 PAWD have an obstacle departure procedure?
Yes. Seward 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 PAWD
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.
Something here wrong or out of date? Report a data problem.