East Texas Regional Airport

KGGG / GGG

Longview, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
4 kt
Variable
10 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KGGG 221400Z VRB04KT 10SM BKN014 BKN023 OVC039 18/15 A3010 RMK AO2 T01780150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 365 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
OVC 3,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,765 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,665 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

East Texas Regional Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (365 ft)
Pressure Alt
193 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 641 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KGGG 221144Z 2212/2312 09003KT P6SM SCT016 OVC045 FM221500 13006KT P6SM VCSH OVC015 FM222100 14008KT P6SM VCTS OVC035CB FM230000 14005KT P6SM SCT250 FM230900 16007KT P6SM OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
15:00Z FM221500
+1h
MVFR 130° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
21:00Z FM222100
+7h
MVFR 140° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
00:00Z FM230000
+10h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GGG
13
31
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 133° No wind data
18/36 6,109 ft 150 ft ASPH-G 179° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KGGG

6,068 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
5.7%
LIFR
3.8%

East Texas Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 18.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.7%
NE
7%
E
6.8%
SE
12.1%
S
28.8%
SW
6.7%
W
3%
NW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: -8°C to 35°C
-8°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,068 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

East Texas Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KGGG
IATA Code: GGG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 365 ft MSL

Location

City: Longview
Country: US
Latitude: 32.383999°
Longitude: -94.711502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,109 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASPH-G
ILS: No

About East Texas Regional Airport

Overview

East Texas Regional Airport serves the Longview metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located in eastern Texas. Situated at 365 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 32.383999, -94.711502, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two substantial runways support diverse aviation operations, with the primary runway 13/31 offering an impressive 10,000-foot asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable flying conditions, with VFR conditions present 72.6% of the time. The airport experiences mild temperature variations, averaging 16.2°C with a range from -6°C to 35°C. September through November offer the most consistent VFR weather, while wind conditions are generally moderate, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 6.7 knots and calm periods occurring 22.6% of the time.

Notable Features

Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage for both 13/31 and 18/36. The primary runway 13/31 features minimal average crosswind at 4.3 knots, while runway 18/36 shows an even lower 3.3-knot average crosswind. Visibility remains strong, with an average of 9.8 statute miles and infrequent low visibility events (below 3SM occurring only 1.3% of the time).

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, pilots should anticipate potential approaches on the south-facing runways. The extensive 10,000-foot primary runway provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Minimal fog (1% occurrence) and consistently good visibility make this airport relatively predictable for instrument and visual approaches.

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.