A C Goodwin Memorial Field Gliderport

AZ86

Prescott Valley, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 23:53Z

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Currently using: KPRC
Weather Source: Prescott International Airport - Ernest A. Love Field (KPRC)
Distance: 7nm / 12km from AZ86

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 56 min ago
23:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -10°C
9 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR KPRC 042353Z 23009KT 10SM CLR 18/M10 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP107 T01831100 10200 20161 56017
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
849 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,978 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,926 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,481 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPRC 042343Z 0500/0524 21010KT P6SM FEW250 FM050300 19007KT P6SM BKN250 FM051600 26012G20KT P6SM FEW250 FM051800 27018G30KT P6SM FEW060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+3h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
Z86
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
2,500 ft 50 ft TURF
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

A C Goodwin Memorial Field Gliderport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: AZ86
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,978 ft MSL

Location

City: Prescott Valley
Country: US
Latitude: 34.684200°
Longitude: -112.292000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,500 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About A C Goodwin Memorial Field Gliderport

A C Goodwin Memorial Field Gliderport (AZ86) is located in Prescott Valley, US at an elevation of 4,978 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 2,500 feet.

Airport Overview

A C Goodwin Memorial Field Gliderport serves Prescott Valley in US. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (03/21) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 2,500 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4978 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from AZ86, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.