Joint Base Andrews

KADW / ADW

Camp Springs, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:29Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Joint Base Andrews - Military installation. Restricted access.

Access Notes:

Joint Base Andrews (formerly Andrews AFB). Presidential aircraft facility. No civil access.

Operating Hours: H24
Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
20:29Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
0 kt
5 SM
Visibility
500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KADW 042029Z 00000KT 5SM -DZ OVC005 10/09 A3022 RMK AO2A DZB28 SLP241 RVRNO VISNO RWY01R $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 280 ft
OVC 500 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
780 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (280 ft)
Pressure Alt
-13 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -546 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD KADW 042002Z 0420/0523 VRB05KT 4800 -DZ BR OVC005 620903 QNH3020INS BECMG 0422/0423 VRB05KT 4800 -DZ BR OVC003 620903 QNH3020INS BECMG 0501/0502 VRB06KT 4800 -DZ BR OVC003 510505 QNH3020INS BECMG 0503/0504 VRB04KT 0800 -RA FG OVC002 510505 QNH3015INS TEMPO 0509/0513 0400 BECMG 0515/0516 10006KT 4800 -DZ BR BKN007 OVC020 510505 QNH3016INS BECMG 0516/0517 VRB03KT 9000 BR OVC020 510505 QNH3010INS BECMG 0522/0523 07010KT 8000 -RA BR OVC025 510505 QNH3010INS TX10/0420Z TN08/0501Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:56Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
22:00Z BECMG
+2h
LIFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
01:00Z BECMG
+5h
LIFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Drizzle, Mist
03:00Z BECMG
+7h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Light Rain, Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ADW
01L
19R
01R
19L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01L/19R 9,300 ft 200 ft CON 360°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
01R/19L 9,755 ft 150 ft PEM 359°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
1° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KADW

5,058 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.7%
MVFR
12.3%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
5.5%

Joint Base Andrews typically experiences VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, January, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 16.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
16%
NE
10.1%
E
6.5%
SE
3.4%
S
12.5%
SW
10.5%
W
9.9%
NW
15%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -12°C to 31°C
-12°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

November January February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,058 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Joint Base Andrews - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KADW
IATA Code: ADW
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 280 ft MSL

Location

City: Camp Springs
Country: US
Latitude: 38.810799°
Longitude: -76.866997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 9,300 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 9,755 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Joint Base Andrews

Joint Base Andrews 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.

Overview

Joint Base Andrews (KADW) is a significant military airfield located in Camp Springs, Maryland, serving as a critical hub for military aviation operations. As a large airport situated near Washington D.C., it plays a crucial role in supporting military and government flight missions, including Air Force One operations.

Flying Conditions

Located at 280 feet mean sea level, Joint Base Andrews experiences variable weather conditions typical of the Mid-Atlantic region. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal weather challenges, with winds potentially influencing runway selection between the two substantial runways (9300ft and 9755ft).

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) with significant length, allowing operations for large military aircraft. Its strategic location near the nation's capital provides a critical infrastructure point for military aviation, with terrain characteristics consistent with the coastal plain of Maryland.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should account for the airport's two parallel runways, with 01R/19L being slightly longer at 9755 feet compared to the 9300-foot 01L/19R runway. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind-driven runway preferences and standard military airspace protocols when operating at Joint Base Andrews.

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

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.