Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field

KPBF / PBF

Pine Bluff, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
14:53Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
14 kt
180° G19 kt
10 SM
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPBF 041453Z AUTO 18014G19KT 10SM OVC010 21/18 A3016 RMK AO2 SLP209 T02060178 51012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 206 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,206 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (206 ft)
Pressure Alt
-27 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 742 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPBF 041400Z 0414/0512 18010KT P6SM OVC009 FM042000 19010KT P6SM OVC025 FM050200 VRB06KT P6SM BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:01Z BASE
+0h
IFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
20:00Z FM042000
+5h
MVFR 190° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
02:00Z FM050200
+11h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBF
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
5,998 ft 150 ft ASP 179°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPBF

4,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
6.1%
LIFR
3%

Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 20.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 20.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.8%
NE
6.9%
E
6.3%
SE
5.4%
S
16.9%
SW
11.4%
W
4.7%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.1°C
Range: -9°C to 37°C
-9°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 2.3%

Best Months for VFR

September March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPBF
IATA Code: PBF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 206 ft MSL

Location

City: Pine Bluff
Country: US
Latitude: 34.174121°
Longitude: -91.935643°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 5,998 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field

Overview

Pine Bluff Regional Airport serves Jefferson County in southeastern Arkansas, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the Pine Bluff metropolitan area. Located at 206 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation with a substantial 5,998-foot asphalt runway oriented in the 18/36 configuration.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with VFR conditions present 75.7% of the time. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 37°C create diverse flying environments, while wind patterns are characterized by northerly prevailing winds averaging 7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots. Seasonal peak VFR conditions occur during September, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position in southeastern Arkansas presents minimal terrain challenges, with a consistent elevation of 206 feet MSL. Calm wind conditions are observed 22.5% of the time, which can impact takeoff and landing strategies. Average visibility extends to 9.4 statute miles, with only 0.9% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind component of just 3.3 knots. Instrument meteorological conditions occur less frequently, with IFR conditions present only 6.1% of the time and LIFR conditions at 3.6%, indicating generally stable approach environments for pilots.

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
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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.