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Weather Briefing
VFRFriedman Memorial Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (90°) at 6 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
|
7,550 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 145° |
↑ 4.6 kt
•
↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KSUN
8,410 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Friedman Memorial Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 147 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, November.
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Statistics computed from 8,410 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Friedman Memorial Airport
Overview
Friedman Memorial Airport serves the Sun Valley region in Hailey, Idaho, situated at a high elevation of 5,318 feet MSL. As a medium airport located in central Idaho, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for a mountainous region with significant seasonal variations in weather and terrain conditions.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 88.2% of the time, with predominantly northwest winds averaging 6.9 knots. Temperature ranges from -12°C to 26°C create diverse flying environments, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR conditions based on historical meteorological data.
Notable Features
The single runway 13/31 extends 7,550 feet with an asphalt surface and offers 100% favorable wind alignment. The airport's high elevation and mountain proximity create complex local wind patterns, with recorded wind gusts up to 80 knots and calm conditions occurring 13.7% of the time.
Approach Considerations
Runway 13/31 demonstrates minimal average crosswind at 1.4 knots, providing relatively straightforward landing conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential rapid weather changes given the 9.7 SM average visibility and occasional periods of reduced visibility, with fog present in 1.2% of observations and visibility below 3 SM in 0.6% of recorded events.
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