Yeager Airport

KCRW / CRW

Charleston, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 04:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
0 kt
7 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCRW 100454Z 00000KT 7SM FEW047 BKN055 BKN075 23/22 A3001 RMK AO2 RAE0355 SLP153 VLY FG P0000 T02280222 402890211 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 981 ft
FEW 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
BKN 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,681 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,481 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,481 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Yeager Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 7 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 7 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (981 ft)
Pressure Alt
899 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,094 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCRW 092324Z 1000/1024 19006KT P6SM VCTS BKN025CB TEMPO 1000/1003 4SM -SHRA BR OVC015 FM100300 20005KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS OVC050CB FM100400 20005KT P6SM VCTS BKN045CB FM100700 20004KT P6SM -SHRA VCTS BKN030CB FM101200 22006KT 5SM -SHRA BR BKN015 FM101800 23008G15KT P6SM SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
07:00Z FM100700
+2h
MVFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
12:00Z FM101200
+7h
MVFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist

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

6,999 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.3%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
5.5%
LIFR
2.7%

Yeager Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -89°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.5% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 37.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
2%
N
4.5%
S
8.6%
W
13.3%
NE
4.8%
NW
8.2%
SE
4.8%
SW
16.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -89°C to 34°C
-89°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 12.6%

Best Months for VFR

June April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,999 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.