Wilmington Airpark

KILN / ILN

Wilmington, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
18:54Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
12 kt
240° G18 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KILN 101854Z AUTO 24012G18KT 10SM SCT024 30/25 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP113 T03000250

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,077 ft
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,477 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Wilmington Airpark is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 12 knots with gusts to 18 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component (gusting to 6 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
977 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,077 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,085 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,143 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KILN 101727Z 1018/1118 24011KT P6SM SCT045 FM102100 23011KT P6SM SCT250 FM110800 23008KT P6SM FEW150 FM111300 22010G18KT P6SM SCT100 FM111700 25012KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM102100
+2h
VFR 230° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ILN
04L
22R ✈️
04R
22L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 22R
10,701 ft 150 ft CON 37°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 22L
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 37°
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KILN

8,295 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.1%
MVFR
22.5%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
4.3%

Wilmington Airpark typically experiences VFR conditions 65.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 9.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.7%
NE
9.7%
E
7.5%
SE
4.9%
S
13.2%
SW
19.4%
W
19.7%
NW
8.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -25°C to 31°C
-25°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.1%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

June September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,295 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wilmington Airpark - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KILN
IATA Code: ILN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,077 ft MSL

Location

City: Wilmington
Country: US
Latitude: 39.427898°
Longitude: -83.792099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 10,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Wilmington Airpark

Overview

Wilmington Airpark serves as a medium-sized airport located in Wilmington, Ohio, situated at an elevation of 1,077 feet MSL. The airport features two substantial concrete runways: 04L/22R at 10,701 feet and 04R/22L at 9,000 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it an important aviation facility in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Wilmington Airpark demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevalent 62.4% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at 270° averaging 9 knots and occasionally reaching up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -20°C to 30°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Both runways at Wilmington Airpark demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 5.2 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to moderate visibility, with an average of 8.8 statute miles and only 3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog occurs in approximately 3% of observations, presenting minimal interference with typical flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for consistent westerly winds when planning approaches at Wilmington Airpark. The lengthy runways (10,701 and 9,000 feet) provide ample landing and takeoff options with minimal wind-related constraints. Given the airport's weather profile, which shows MVFR conditions 24.1% of the time, instrument-rated pilots may encounter moderate meteorological challenges during certain periods.

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.