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Weather Briefing
VFRAllen Parish Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 12,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 12000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
|
4,993 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 170° |
↑ 5.9 kt
•
↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KACP
13,728 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Allen Parish Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 56.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 13,728 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Allen Parish Airport
Allen Parish Airport (KACP) is located in Oakdale, US at an elevation of 107 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 4,993 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 13,728 weather observations shows KACP maintains VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 13.3% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 15.2% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KACP come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 5.6 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (56.4% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are October, September, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -8°C (18°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 16.6°C (62°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.63 to 30.66 inHg (1003-1038 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,728 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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