Zamperini Field

KTOA / TOA

Torrance, US

Last Updated
Apr 5, 02:47Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
02:47Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
15 kt
250°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTOA 050247Z 25015KT 10SM SCT220 22/M01 A2995 RMK LAST

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 103 ft
SCT 22,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,103 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Zamperini Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 22,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 10.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 15 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 22,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating very dry 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (103 ft)
Pressure Alt
81 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 946 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TOA
11L
29R ✈️
11R
29L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11L/29R
Active: 29R
5,001 ft 150 ft PEM 128°
11.5 kt 9.6 kt
40° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 29L
3,000 ft 75 ft ASP 128°
11.5 kt 9.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTOA

2,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.5%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
1.7%

Zamperini Field typically experiences VFR conditions 75.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 4°C and 33°C with an average of 18.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are April, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 23.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.1%
NE
2.5%
E
9.4%
SE
5.1%
S
4%
SW
5.7%
W
46.3%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.4°C
Range: 4°C to 33°C
4°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.1%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

April February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11L/29R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt
Runway 11R/29L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Zamperini Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTOA
IATA Code: TOA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 103 ft MSL

Location

City: Torrance
Country: US
Latitude: 33.803398°
Longitude: -118.339996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 11L/29R
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zamperini Field

Zamperini Field (KTOA/TOA) is located in Torrance, US at an elevation of 103 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (11L/29R, 11R/29L), with the longest at 5,001 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 2,735 weather observations shows KTOA maintains VFR conditions 75.5% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.3% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.2% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at KTOA come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (23.8% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 11L/29R offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, February, January, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 4°C (39°F) to 33°C (91°F), averaging 18.4°C (65°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.77 to 30.36 inHg (1008-1028 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 2,735 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - 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.