Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field

KNGW / NGW

Corpus Christi, US

Last Updated
Apr 29, 23:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
23:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
14 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KNGW 292354Z AUTO 14014KT 10SM CLR 28/23 A2976 RMK AO2 SLP070 T02780228 10311 20278 55008 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 14 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (30 ft)
Pressure Alt
188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,755 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NGW
13 ✈️
31
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
13.8 kt 2.4 kt
10° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 178°
12.1 kt 7.0 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 - KNGW

3,143 observations | Jan 2026 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.2%
MVFR
27.3%
IFR
9.6%
LIFR
0.9%

Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field typically experiences VFR conditions 62.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 11.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.8% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are January, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 11.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.5%
N
5%
S
44.7%
W
1.4%
NE
6.9%
NW
0.5%
SE
29.5%
SW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.3°C
Range: -18°C to 33°C
-18°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.1%

Best Months for VFR

January March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 3,143 METAR observations (Jan 2026 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KNGW
IATA Code: NGW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Corpus Christi
Country: US
Latitude: 27.704426°
Longitude: -97.440578°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field

Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing Field (KNGW/NGW) is located in Corpus Christi, US at an elevation of 30 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (13/31, 17/35), with the longest at 5,000 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 62.2% of the time based on 3,143 observations, KNGW requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 10.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KNGW come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 11.7 knots and recorded gusts up to 29 knots. Runway 17/35 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, March, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -18°C (-0°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging 21.3°C (70°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.61 to 30.61 inHg (1003-1037 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 3,143 official METAR observations (Jan 2026 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.