Duke Field

KEGI / EGI

Crestview, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 08:40Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
08:40Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
4 kt
100°
1 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KEGI 050840Z AUTO 10004KT 1SM R18/3000V4500FT BR VV002 17/16 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP199 $
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (191 ft)
Pressure Alt
-12 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 274 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD KEGI 050530Z 0505/0608 17003KT 4800 BR BKN004 QNH3017INS TEMPO 0506/0508 OVC001 BECMG 0508/0509 17003KT 0800 FG OVC001 QNH3013INS BECMG 0517/0518 17012G18KT 9999 NSW BKN015 QNH3013INS BECMG 0601/0602 17006KT 3200 BR OVC005 QNH3018INS BECMG 0605/0606 15005KT 0800 FG OVC005 QNH3016INS TX24/0518Z TN15/0512Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 0506 NEXT 0510
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:49Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 170° 3 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
17:00Z BECMG
+9h
MVFR 170° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EGI
18
36
180
360 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 8,000 ft 150 ft ASP 181°
0.6 kt 4.0 kt
81° angle
✈️ 180/360
Active: 360
3,500 ft 60 ft ASPH
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
-3140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KEGI

7,128 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.6%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
10%
LIFR
12.6%

Duke Field typically experiences VFR conditions 65.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -56°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 30.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
15.9%
NE
7.5%
E
4.6%
SE
7.7%
S
14.5%
SW
6.6%
W
5.4%
NW
7.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.8°C
Range: -56°C to 36°C
-56°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 7.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt
Runway 180/360
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,128 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Duke Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KEGI
IATA Code: EGI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 191 ft MSL

Location

City: Crestview
Country: US
Latitude: 30.650400°
Longitude: -86.522903°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 180/360
Length: 3,500 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Duke Field

Overview

Duke Field is a medium airport located near Crestview, Florida, serving the local aviation community. Situated at an elevation of 191 feet MSL, the airport provides two runways that support various aircraft operations. Its strategic location and infrastructure make it an important regional aviation facility.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 66.7% of observations showing clear weather. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -56°C to 36°C, with an average of 16.7°C. September, October, and November offer the most consistent and favorable VFR flying conditions, with minimal weather-related restrictions.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a primary 8000ft asphalt runway (18/36) and a secondary 3500ft asphalt runway (180/360). Wind patterns are characterized by northerly prevailing winds at an average of 6.3 knots, with calm conditions occurring 30.8% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment.

Approach Considerations

When approaching Duke Field, pilots should anticipate generally stable wind conditions with an average crosswind of 3 knots on both runways. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, though 2.7% of observations show visibility below 3SM, and fog occurs in 7.4% of reports. Careful attention to current METAR information is recommended prior to arrival.

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.