A ski-equipped LC-130 Hercules touching down on packed snow is the only kind of arrival the Amundsen–Scott skiway ever sees. Sitting at the geographic South Pole at roughly 2,835 metres, the strip is run by the US Antarctic Program rather than any commercial operator. There are no cargo terminals and no integrators here; fuel, food and research equipment move as government logistics during the austral summer between November and February. Genuine freight consolidation happens far to the north at Christchurch (CHC) in New Zealand, the established USAP gateway. Through the dark polar winter, with temperatures below −50 °C, flights essentially stop altogether.

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Where is Amundsen–Scott south Pole Station Airport located?▼

Amundsen–Scott south Pole Station Airport is located in Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, AQ.

What is the elevation of Amundsen–Scott south Pole Station Airport?▼

Amundsen–Scott south Pole Station Airport is at an elevation of 2835 meters (9300 ft) above sea level.

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Last updated: 11 June 2026

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Amundsen–Scott south Pole Station Airport

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Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, AQ · Regional Airport · 2835 m ü. NN

CountryAQ

CityAmundsen-Scott South Pole Station

Elevation2835 m

Lat-90.0000

Lng0.0000

TypeRegional Airport

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