South Valley Regional Airport

KU42

Salt Lake City, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 21:54Z

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Currently using: KSLC
Weather Source: Salt Lake City International Airport (KSLC)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from KU42

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
21:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
18 kt
160° G25 kt
10 SM
Visibility
22,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KSLC 042154Z 16018G25KT 10SM FEW090 FEW140 BKN220 17/00 A2983 RMK AO2 PK WND 19028/2100 SLP083 ACSL DSNT NW T01670000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,607 ft
FEW 9,000 ft AGL
FEW 14,000 ft AGL
BKN 22,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,607 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
14,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,607 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
22,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,607 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
856 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,607 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,705 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,051 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KSLC 041737Z 0418/0524 17011KT P6SM SCT250 FM042300 31006KT P6SM SCT200 FM050200 16006KT P6SM SCT060 BKN100 FM050500 32019G30KT 6SM -SHRA BKN025 OVC035 FM050700 30012KT 6SM -RA BKN020 OVC035 PROB30 0507/0510 3SM -RASN BKN015 OVC025 FM051000 33008KT 4SM -SN OVC015 FM051600 32007KT P6SM -RASN BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
23:00Z FM042300
+1h
VFR 310° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM050200
+4h
VFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+7h
MVFR 320° 19 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
U42
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
5,860 ft 100 ft ASP 172°
18.0 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

South Valley Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KU42
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,607 ft MSL

Location

City: Salt Lake City
Country: US
Latitude: 40.619499°
Longitude: -111.992996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,860 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About South Valley Regional Airport

Overview

South Valley Regional Airport serves the greater Salt Lake City metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport situated at 4607 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates 40.619499, -111.992996, the airport provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the region. Its single runway 16/34 extends 5860 feet and is surfaced with asphalt, supporting a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation of 4607 feet MSL means pilots must carefully calculate performance parameters, particularly during warmer months when density altitude can significantly impact aircraft capabilities. Situated in Utah's topographically complex terrain, pilots should anticipate potential wind variability and potential mountain wave effects. The runway orientation suggests the airport experiences prevailing winds that may create crosswind landing conditions.

Notable Features

Positioned near Salt Lake City, South Valley Regional Airport is situated in a mountainous region with surrounding terrain that demands heightened situational awareness. The airport's 5860-foot asphalt runway provides adequate length for most general aviation and light commercial aircraft. Its medium airport classification indicates it supports a range of aviation activities beyond basic local flight operations.

Approach Considerations

With a runway aligned 16/34, pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios during approach and landing. The airport's elevation requires careful performance calculations, particularly for aircraft operating near their service ceiling. Standard instrument approach procedures will likely factor in the surrounding mountainous terrain and the airport's significant elevation above sea level.

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

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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.