Wichita Eisenhower National Airport

KICT / ICT

Wichita, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 01:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
01:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
0 kt
7 SM
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KICT 050153Z 00000KT 7SM FEW030 OVC036 09/07 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP152 T00940072

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,333 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
OVC 3,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,333 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,933 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,333 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,281 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 881 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KICT 042327Z 0500/0524 VRB03KT 6SM BR SCT009 BKN015 TEMPO 0501/0505 FEW009 SCT015 FM050900 16006KT 4SM BR SCT006 BKN009 TEMPO 0510/0514 2SM BR SCT003 BKN006 FM051700 16013G19KT P6SM BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Mist
09:00Z FM050900
+7h
IFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist
10:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ICT
01L
19R
01R
19L
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01L/19R 10,301 ft 150 ft CON 20°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
20° angle
01R/19L 7,301 ft 150 ft CON 20°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
20° angle
14/32 6,301 ft 150 ft CON 150°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
150° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KICT

4,567 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
2.5%

Wichita Eisenhower National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 36 kt
Calm Winds: 5.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
19.7%
NE
9.6%
E
6.6%
SE
11.4%
S
29%
SW
5.7%
W
3.7%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9°C
Range: -21°C to 33°C
-21°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.5%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

September February January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 4,567 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wichita Eisenhower National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KICT
IATA Code: ICT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,333 ft MSL

Location

City: Wichita
Country: US
Latitude: 37.649899°
Longitude: -97.433098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 10,301 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 7,301 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,301 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Wichita Eisenhower National Airport

Overview

Wichita Eisenhower National Airport serves as a key aviation hub in south-central Kansas, situated at an elevation of 1,333 feet MSL. The airport features three concrete runways ranging from 6,301 to 10,301 feet in length, supporting a diverse range of aircraft operations. Located at coordinates 37.649899, -97.433098, the airport plays a significant role in regional transportation and aerospace industry support.

Flying Conditions

Statistical data reveals predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 81.3% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect a wide temperature range from -16°C to 33°C, with an average of 10.8°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average of 9.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 36 knots. September, January, and December represent the most consistent VFR months for aviation operations.

Notable Features

The airport offers three runways with consistent wind coverage, each demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignment. The longest runway (01L/19R) extends 10,301 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. All runways experience minimal average crosswinds, with 14/32 experiencing slightly higher crosswind conditions at 5.2 knots compared to 4.1 knots on the other runways.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly southern wind patterns when planning approaches. Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with only 1.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Occasional fog occurs in 2.7% of observations, which may require instrument approaches. The consistent wind coverage and multiple runway options provide excellent operational flexibility for arriving and departing aircraft.

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.