Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station

KECG / ECG

Elizabeth City, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 08:54Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
08:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KECG 270854Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM SCT035 20/18 A2986 RMK AO2 SLP111 T02000183 55010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,511 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (11 ft)
Pressure Alt
79 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 682 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KECG 270520Z 2706/2806 VRB03KT P6SM SCT050 FM271400 15006KT P6SM SCT025 FM271600 14007KT P6SM BKN035 PROB30 2718/2722 VRB15G30KT 2SM TSRA OVC025CB FM280000 17007KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
14:00Z FM271400
+5h
VFR 150° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM271600
+7h
VFR 140° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
18:00Z PROB30
+9h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ECG
01
19
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,518 ft 150 ft PEM
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
3° angle
10/28 7,219 ft 150 ft CON 92°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
92° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KECG

9,090 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.5%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
7.2%
LIFR
4.1%

Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station typically experiences VFR conditions 74.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 7.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.5%
N
16.1%
S
12.6%
W
11.3%
NE
13.1%
NW
8%
SE
4.7%
SW
20.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.9°C
Range: -10°C to 37°C
-10°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

April June November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,090 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KECG
IATA Code: ECG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Elizabeth City
Country: US
Latitude: 36.260601°
Longitude: -76.174599°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,518 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 7,219 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station

Elizabeth City Regional Airport & Coast Guard Air Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Elizabeth City Regional Airport serves as a joint-use facility for civilian and Coast Guard operations in northeastern North Carolina. Located at an elevation of 11 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the coastal region. Its two runways support a variety of aircraft operations, with Runway 10/28 offering a substantial 7,219-foot concrete surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 73.5% of observed weather patterns supporting visual flight rules. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 32°C, creating relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year. The prevailing winds from the north average 9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 36 knots, and calm conditions occurring 9.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's coastal location near the Outer Banks provides unique geographic characteristics for aviators. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 01/19 experiencing an average 4.9-knot crosswind and Runway 10/28 experiencing a 6.5-knot crosswind. The presence of the Coast Guard Air Station suggests robust aviation infrastructure and potential support services.

Approach Considerations

Winter months (January, November, October) offer the most consistent VFR conditions, with excellent visibility averaging 9.2 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with 2.1% of observations showing less than 3 SM visibility and 2.9% experiencing fog conditions. The dual-runway configuration provides flexibility for approach and departure scenarios based on prevailing wind conditions.

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
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.