Forrest Airport

YFRT / FOS

, AU

Last Updated
Mar 13, 14:10Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
14:10Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
11,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI YFRT 131410Z AUTO 03006KT 350V090 9999 // OVC110 17/14 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 511 ft
OVC 11,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,511 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Forrest Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 11,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 6 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 11000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 14 to 25 knots. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 YFRT 131319Z 1314/1402 11014KT 9999 -SHRA NSC BECMG 1321/1323 08014KT CAVOK PROB30 INTER 1314/1323 VRB25G35KT 5000 TSRA SCT015 FEW110CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
21:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 80° 14 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:36Z PROB30
+0h
MVFR VRB 25 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRT
09
27
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 4,426 ft 148 ft ASP 94°
2.6 kt 5.4 kt
64° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
4,984 ft 148 ft ASP 180°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YFRT

8,785 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.9%
MVFR
9.9%
IFR
3.1%
LIFR
1.1%

Forrest Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 12.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 45°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 12.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.7%
NE
6%
E
17.7%
SE
34.1%
S
24.1%
SW
6.1%
W
4.6%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 20.7°C
Range: 3°C to 45°C
3°C 45°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.5 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt

Statistics computed from 8,785 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Forrest Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YFRT
IATA Code: FOS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 511 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -30.836620°
Longitude: 128.112811°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,426 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 4,984 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Forrest Airport

Overview

Forrest Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Australia, situated at coordinates -30.836620, 128.112811 with an elevation of 511 feet mean sea level. The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 09/27 measuring 4,426 feet and Runway 18/36 measuring 4,984 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Forrest Airport are predominantly VFR, with 92.5% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences consistent southeast winds averaging 12.2 knots, with temperatures ranging from 3°C to 45°C and an average of 20.3°C. September through November offer the most stable VFR flying conditions, with minimal instances of low visibility or instrument meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location suggests an inland Australian setting with minimal terrain complications. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with moderate average crosswind components of 8.3 knots for Runway 09/27 and 7.2 knots for Runway 18/36. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and extremely rare fog occurrences.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the southeast, allowing comfortable approaches on either runway with minimal wind-related challenges. The substantial runway lengths of 4,426 and 4,984 feet provide ample landing and takeoff options for most medium-sized aircraft. Wind data indicates consistent directional stability, which supports reliable navigation and approach planning throughout the year.

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.