Chandler Field

KAXN / AXN

Alexandria, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:24Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
00:24Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
11 kt
160°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KAXN 050024Z AUTO 16011KT 1/2SM FG VV002 03/03 A2996 RMK AO2 T00280028
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
968 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,425 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,373 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 275 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KAXN 042320Z 0500/0524 17008KT 1/2SM FG OVC002 FM050600 15005KT 1/2SM FG OVC003 FM050900 14005KT 1/4SM FG OVC002 FM051500 14012KT 4SM BR BKN006 FM051800 14012G20KT 6SM BR BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:35Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
06:00Z FM050600
+6h
LIFR 150° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Fog
09:00Z FM050900
+9h
LIFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: 1/4SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AXN
04
22
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,099 ft 75 ft ASP 49°
3.9 kt 10.3 kt
111° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
5,100 ft 100 ft ASP 139°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAXN

5,520 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.1%
MVFR
23.2%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
6%

Chandler Field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
3.6%
E
8.2%
SE
15%
S
14.4%
SW
7.3%
W
11.6%
NW
26.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.7°C
Range: -31°C to 32°C
-31°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

October March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,520 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chandler Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAXN
IATA Code: AXN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,425 ft MSL

Location

City: Alexandria
Country: US
Latitude: 45.866299°
Longitude: -95.394699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,099 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,100 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chandler Field

Overview

Chandler Field (KAXN) is a medium airport located in Alexandria, US, serving the regional aviation needs of central Minnesota. Situated at an elevation of 1,425 feet MSL with coordinates 45.866299, -95.394699, the airport provides two asphalt runways capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect varied weather conditions throughout the year, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 56.9% of observed conditions. The airport experiences significant weather variability, with temperature ranges from -31°C to 32°C and an average temperature of -0.1°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the northwest at an average of 10.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 04/22 at 4,099 feet and 13/31 at 5,100 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 13/31 experiencing slightly lower average crosswind conditions at 4.4 knots compared to Runway 04/22's 8.4 knots. Visibility averages 8.4 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. Instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) occur in approximately 19.3% of observations, with 12.1% IFR and 7.2% LIFR conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with fog present in 5.1% of observations and visibility below 3 statute miles in 7.2% of reports.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.