Blake Field

KAJZ

Delta, US

Last Updated
Jun 24, 16:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
16:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAJZ 241655Z AUTO 00000KT 7SM CLR 23/M02 A3019 RMK AO2 T02341017

Weather Briefing

VFR

Blake Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 7 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
849 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,193 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,931 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,137 ft
ISA Deviation: +18.4°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AJZ
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,598 ft 75 ft ASP 41°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
41° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAJZ

19,034 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
96.7%
MVFR
2.2%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.5%

Blake Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 96.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 29.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
20.3%
E
12.1%
SE
2.6%
S
4.6%
SW
9.5%
W
9.9%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.1°C
Range: -13°C to 38°C
-13°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.1%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 19,034 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Blake Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAJZ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,193 ft MSL

Location

City: Delta
Country: US
Latitude: 38.786400°
Longitude: -108.064003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,598 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Blake Field

Blake Field (KAJZ) is located in Delta, US at an elevation of 5,193 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 5,598 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 19,034 weather observations, KAJZ experiences excellent VFR conditions 96.7% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KAJZ come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 6.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 34 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (29.9% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 03/21 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, May, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 38°C (100°F), averaging 11.1°C (52°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.48 to 30.73 inHg (998-1041 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 19,034 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). 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.