East Texas Regional Airport

KGGG / GGG

Longview, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:49Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
21:49Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
10 kt
80°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KGGG 222149Z 08010KT 10SM SCT042 24/19 A2997 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT NE AND E TSE06

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 365 ft
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,565 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

East Texas Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,200 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 10 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (365 ft)
Pressure Alt
313 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,481 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KGGG 221720Z 2218/2318 19006KT P6SM VCSH SCT020 BKN025 OVC030 FM222100 14008KT P6SM VCTS OVC035CB FM230000 14005KT P6SM SCT250 FM230900 16007KT P6SM OVC015 FM231100 16007KT P6SM OVC007 FM231600 17010KT P6SM OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
00:00Z FM230000
+3h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM230900
+12h
MVFR 160° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGG
13 ✈️
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
18/36 6,109 ft 150 ft ASPH-G 179°
1.6 kt 9.9 kt
99° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KGGG

6,068 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
3.8%

East Texas Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 18.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.7%
NE
7%
E
6.8%
SE
12.1%
S
28.8%
SW
6.7%
W
3%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: -8°C to 35°C
-8°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,068 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

East Texas Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KGGG
IATA Code: GGG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 365 ft MSL

Location

City: Longview
Country: US
Latitude: 32.383999°
Longitude: -94.711502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,109 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No

About East Texas Regional Airport

Overview

East Texas Regional Airport serves the Longview metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located in eastern Texas. Situated at 365 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 32.383999, -94.711502, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two substantial runways support diverse aviation operations, with the primary runway 13/31 offering an impressive 10,000-foot asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions present 72.6% of the time. The airport experiences mild temperature variations, averaging 16.2°C with a range from -6°C to 35°C. September through November offer the most consistent VFR weather, while wind conditions are generally moderate, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 6.7 knots and calm periods occurring 22.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage for both 13/31 and 18/36. The primary runway 13/31 features minimal average crosswind at 4.3 knots, while runway 18/36 shows an even lower 3.3-knot average crosswind. Visibility remains strong, with an average of 9.8 statute miles and infrequent low visibility events (below 3SM occurring only 1.3% of the time).

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, pilots should anticipate potential approaches on the south-facing runways. The extensive 10,000-foot primary runway provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Minimal fog (1% occurrence) and consistently good visibility make this airport relatively predictable for instrument and visual approaches.

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

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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.