Chandler Field

KAXN / AXN

Alexandria, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 3 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
5 kt
220°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAXN 041053Z AUTO 22005KT 1/4SM FG VV002 01/01 A3008 RMK AO2 SLP200 T00110006
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
972 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,425 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,253 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -85 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KAXN 040651Z 0407/0506 20006KT 2SM BR OVC250 FM041000 19005KT 2SM BR BKN015 TEMPO 0411/0414 1/2SM FG BKN004 FM041500 20010KT P6SM SCT025 FM042000 18007KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:55Z BASE
+0h
IFR 200° 6 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
Mist
11:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Fog
15:00Z FM041500
+5h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z FM042000
+10h
VFR 180° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AXN
04
22 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
4,099 ft 75 ft ASP 49°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
13/31 5,100 ft 100 ft ASP 139°
0.8 kt 4.9 kt
81° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAXN

5,520 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.1%
MVFR
23.2%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
6%

Chandler Field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -31°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 10.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
3.6%
E
8.2%
SE
15%
S
14.4%
SW
7.3%
W
11.6%
NW
26.5%

Temperature Range

Average: -1.7°C
Range: -31°C to 32°C
-31°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.1%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

October March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 8.3 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,520 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chandler Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAXN
IATA Code: AXN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,425 ft MSL

Location

City: Alexandria
Country: US
Latitude: 45.866299°
Longitude: -95.394699°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,099 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,100 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chandler Field

Overview

Chandler Field (KAXN) is a medium airport located in Alexandria, US, serving the regional aviation needs of central Minnesota. Situated at an elevation of 1,425 feet MSL with coordinates 45.866299, -95.394699, the airport provides two asphalt runways capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect varied weather conditions throughout the year, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 56.9% of observed conditions. The airport experiences significant weather variability, with temperature ranges from -31°C to 32°C and an average temperature of -0.1°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the northwest at an average of 10.4 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: 04/22 at 4,099 feet and 13/31 at 5,100 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 13/31 experiencing slightly lower average crosswind conditions at 4.4 knots compared to Runway 04/22's 8.4 knots. Visibility averages 8.4 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. Instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) occur in approximately 19.3% of observations, with 12.1% IFR and 7.2% LIFR conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility, with fog present in 5.1% of observations and visibility below 3 statute miles in 7.2% of reports.

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.