Kiryat Shmona Airport

LLKS / KSW

Kiryat Shmona, IL

Last Updated
Jul 3, 13:50Z

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Currently using: LLIB
Weather Source: Rosh Pina Airport (LLIB)
Distance: 14nm / 26km from LLKS

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 14 hours ago
13:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
8 kt
300°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LLIB 031350Z AUTO 30008KT 260V340 CAVOK 32/16 Q1008

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kiryat Shmona Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 13.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 00:00Z and 05:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LLIB 031101Z 0312/0412 32012KT CAVOK TX33/0312Z TN21/0403Z BECMG 0316/0318 VRB03KT 9999 FEW020 PROB40 TEMPO 0400/0405 SCT020 BECMG 0405/0407 16007KT SCT045 BECMG 0409/0411 30012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
05:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 160° 7 kt
09:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LKS
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,423 ft 98 ft PCN 33°
0.0 kt 8.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kiryat Shmona Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LLKS
IATA Code: KSW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 386 ft MSL

Location

City: Kiryat Shmona
Country: IL
Latitude: 33.216275°
Longitude: 35.596220°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,423 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: PCN
ILS: No

About Kiryat Shmona Airport

Kiryat Shmona Airport (LLKS/KSW) is located in Kiryat Shmona, IL at an elevation of 386 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 4,423 feet.

Airport Overview

Kiryat Shmona Airport serves Kiryat Shmona in IL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (03/21) with pcn surface. The longest runway measures 4,423 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LLKS, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.