Yeager Airport

KCRW / CRW

Charleston, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 04:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
04:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
6 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCRW 270454Z 00000KT 6SM BR FEW000 SCT028 SCT090 21/21 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP123 FG FEW000 T02110211 402830206 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 981 ft
FEW 0 ft AGL
FEW 0 ft AGL
SCT 2,800 ft AGL
SCT 9,000 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
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,781 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,981 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yeager Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,800 feet and 6 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 0 ft, scattered at 2,800 ft, scattered at 9,000 ft, few at 0 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (981 ft)
Pressure Alt
989 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,944 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCRW 262340Z 2700/2724 27005KT P6SM SCT040 BKN070 FM270300 00000KT P6SM FEW080 FM270700 00000KT 4SM BR SCT002 FM271000 00000KT 1SM BR BKN001 FM271300 00000KT P6SM SCT015 FM271500 VRB04KT P6SM SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
07:00Z FM270700
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 4SM
Mist
10:00Z FM271000
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 100 ft
Mist
13:00Z FM271300
+8h
VFR
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

8,337 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.6%
MVFR
15.3%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
2.9%

Yeager Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -89°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.9% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 38.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
2%
N
3.9%
S
8.9%
W
12.5%
NE
4.6%
NW
7.8%
SE
4.7%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.2°C
Range: -89°C to 35°C
-89°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 15%

Best Months for VFR

April June October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,337 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.