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VFRCarbon County Regional Airport / Buck Davis Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 12 knots with gusts to 20 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 8500 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -6°C, indicating very dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
|
3,631 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 10.4 kt
•
↔ 6.0 kt
30° angle
|
| 14/32 | 4,520 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 158° |
↓ 6.4 kt
•
↔ 10.2 kt
122° angle
|
| 18/36 | 8,319 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 199° |
↑ 1.9 kt
•
↔ 11.9 kt
81° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KPUC
5,721 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Carbon County Regional Airport / Buck Davis Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, February.
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Statistics computed from 5,721 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Carbon County Regional Airport / Buck Davis Field
Carbon County Regional Airport / Buck Davis Field (KPUC/PUC) is located in Price, US at an elevation of 5,957 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 3 runways (07/25, 14/32, 18/36), with the longest at 8,319 feet.
Weather Profile
Based on 5,721 weather observations, KPUC experiences excellent VFR conditions 88.9% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KPUC come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots and recorded gusts up to 27 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (19.1% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 14/32 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are March, September, February, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 6.7°C (44°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.36 to 30.64 inHg (994-1038 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 5,721 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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