Wilkes Barre Scranton International Airport

KAVP / AVP

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:54Z

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Current Weather

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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR KAVP 042254Z 00000KT 10SM CLR 08/03 A3020 RMK AO2 SLP231 T00830028
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (962 ft)
Pressure Alt
670 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 61 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAVP 042339Z 0500/0524 00000KT P6SM SCT250 FM050300 00000KT 6SM BR BKN015 FM050700 00000KT 3SM BR BKN009 FM051000 VRB02KT 1SM RA BR BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
07:00Z FM050700
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist
10:00Z FM051000
+10h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Rain, Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AVP
04
22
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,501 ft 150 ft ASP 33°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
33° angle
10/28 4,300 ft 150 ft ASP 92°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
92° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAVP

5,195 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
24.3%
IFR
6.3%
LIFR
1.9%

Wilkes Barre Scranton International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 19.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.9%
NE
7.7%
E
8.7%
SE
2.1%
S
3.2%
SW
22.5%
W
13.4%
NW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 2.7°C
Range: -19°C to 28°C
-19°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,195 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wilkes Barre Scranton International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAVP
IATA Code: AVP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 962 ft MSL

Location

City: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
Country: US
Latitude: 41.338501°
Longitude: -75.723396°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,501 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,300 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Wilkes Barre Scranton International Airport

Overview

Wilkes Barre Scranton International Airport serves the northeastern Pennsylvania region as a medium-sized airport located at 962 feet above mean sea level. Situated near the cities of Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for commercial, general aviation, and potential regional transportation needs. Its two asphalt runways offer substantial length and operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KAVP demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 69.6% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly southwestern winds averaging 7.3 knots, with temperature ranges spanning from -17°C to 28°C. Seasonal patterns suggest optimal flying conditions in September, October, and November, with minimal instrument meteorological conditions and generally good visibility averaging 9.1 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's elevated terrain at 962 feet MSL presents potential considerations for aircraft performance and approach characteristics. Both runways 04/22 and 10/28 demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with minimal average crosswind components around 4.2-4.4 knots. The geographic location in northeastern Pennsylvania suggests potential terrain and atmospheric interactions that pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection can be effectively managed using prevailing southwestern winds, with both 04/22 and 10/28 offering consistently favorable wind alignments. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility conditions, with approximately 3.7% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles and occasional fog events. The airport's statistical profile suggests generally predictable and manageable approach conditions across most operating periods.

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.