Yeager Airport

KCRW / CRW

Charleston, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 10:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
10:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCRW 211054Z 00000KT 10SM FEW000 FEW100 M01/M01 A3032 RMK AO2 SLP270 FG FEW000 T10111011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 981 ft
FEW 0 ft AGL
FEW 0 ft AGL
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
981 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
981 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,981 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yeager Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 0 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 0 ft, few at 10,000 ft, few at 0 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is -1°C (30°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. Temperatures are at or below freezing. Check for icing conditions and ensure aircraft anti-ice/de-ice systems are operational if required.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 19 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 11:00Z and 13:00Z.

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.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (981 ft)
Pressure Alt
569 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,116 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCRW 211051Z 2111/2206 00000KT P6SM SKC TEMPO 2111/2113 1SM BR SCT001 FM211500 19004KT P6SM SKC FM211900 23007KT P6SM FEW220 FM220200 20005KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM211500
+4h
VFR 190° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
19:00Z FM211900
+8h
VFR 230° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CRW
05
23
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,715 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
47° angle
15/33 4,751 ft 150 ft ASP 141°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
141° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCRW

5,684 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.4%
MVFR
17.2%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
2.7%

Yeager Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 35.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -89°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.9% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 35.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.5%
NE
4.9%
E
1.9%
SE
4.6%
S
8.8%
SW
16.4%
W
14.9%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.3°C
Range: -89°C to 32°C
-89°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 10.8%

Best Months for VFR

April October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,684 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yeager Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCRW
IATA Code: CRW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 981 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleston
Country: US
Latitude: 38.373100°
Longitude: -81.593201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,715 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 4,751 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yeager Airport

Overview

Yeager Airport serves Charleston, West Virginia, as a medium-sized airport located at 981 feet mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 38.373100, -81.593201, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Yeager Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with 73.3% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect significant variability in temperature, ranging from -16°C to 32°C, with an average of 8.7°C. Wind patterns are primarily westerly at an average of 6.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 at 6,715 feet and Runway 15/33 at 4,751 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility, with 13.6% of observations reporting fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Crosswind components are relatively mild, averaging 3.5 knots for Runway 05/23 and 4.9 knots for Runway 15/33. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with 26.6% of observations showing MVFR or IFR conditions.

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.