Bradshaw Army Airfield

PHSF / BSF

Waimea (Kamuela), US

Last Updated
Apr 13, 10:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
10:00Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
0°
8 SM
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI PHSF 131000Z AUTO 00000KT 8SM BKN013 14/13 A3039 RMK AO2 CIG 013V170 BKN V SCT SLP179 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,190 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,490 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bradshaw Army Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 8 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 SM. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
823 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,190 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,718 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,084 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
HSF
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 3,695 ft 90 ft ASP 101°
↑ 0.0 kt • ↔ 0.0 kt
101° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PHSF

4,675 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.4%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
6.7%
LIFR
5.7%

Bradshaw Army Airfield typically experiences VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 21.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 1°C and 26°C with an average of 14.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 21.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
4.3%
E
17.9%
SE
11.2%
S
2.1%
SW
6.4%
W
25.2%
NW
6.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.8°C
Range: 1°C to 26°C
1°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

December November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,675 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bradshaw Army Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PHSF
IATA Code: BSF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,190 ft MSL

Location

City: Waimea (Kamuela)
Country: US
Latitude: 19.760099°
Longitude: -155.554001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+10

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,695 ft
Width: 90 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

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Density Alt
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About Bradshaw Army Airfield

Bradshaw Army Airfield is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Bradshaw Army Airfield (PHSF/BSF) is located in Waimea (Kamuela), US at an elevation of 6,190 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 3,695 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 4,675 weather observations shows PHSF maintains VFR conditions 71.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.1% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 12.4% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at PHSF come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 8.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 29 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (21.7% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 09/27 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are December, November, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 1°C (34°F) to 26°C (79°F), averaging 14.8°C (59°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 30.02 to 32.91 inHg (1017-1115 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 4,675 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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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.