Wilmington Airpark

KILN / ILN

Wilmington, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:36Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
10:36Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
20°
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Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KILN 041036Z AUTO 02003KT 2 1/2SM -RA BR SCT004 BKN008 OVC023 09/09 A3015 RMK AO2 CIG 007V011 P0002 T00940089

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,077 ft
SCT 400 ft AGL
BKN 800 ft AGL
OVC 2,300 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,477 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,877 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,377 ft AMSL
QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,077 ft)
Pressure Alt
845 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 383 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KILN 040546Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT 3SM SHRA SCT004 BKN025 FM040700 VRB04KT 2SM SHRA BR OVC004 FM040900 VRB04KT 1SM -SHRA BR BKN003 FM041300 12005KT 2SM BR OVC004 FM041800 11005KT 4SM BR BKN006 FM050000 16005KT 4SM RA BR OVC005 PROB30 0500/0504 2SM TSRA OVC007CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Showers Rain
13:00Z FM041300
+3h
LIFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
18:00Z FM041800
+8h
IFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ILN
04L ✈️
22R
04R ✈️
22L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 04L
10,701 ft 150 ft CON 37°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 04R
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 37°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KILN

5,271 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.6%
MVFR
24.8%
IFR
8.7%
LIFR
4.9%

Wilmington Airpark typically experiences VFR conditions 61.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -25°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
8.9%
E
8.2%
SE
5.3%
S
11.9%
SW
16.2%
W
22.9%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.3°C
Range: -25°C to 30°C
-25°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,271 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wilmington Airpark - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KILN
IATA Code: ILN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,077 ft MSL

Location

City: Wilmington
Country: US
Latitude: 39.427898°
Longitude: -83.792099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 10,701 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Wilmington Airpark

Overview

Wilmington Airpark serves as a medium-sized airport located in Wilmington, Ohio, situated at an elevation of 1,077 feet MSL. The airport features two substantial concrete runways: 04L/22R at 10,701 feet and 04R/22L at 9,000 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it an important aviation facility in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Wilmington Airpark demonstrate significant variability, with VFR conditions prevalent 62.4% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing westerly wind at 270° averaging 9 knots and occasionally reaching up to 27 knots. Temperature ranges from -20°C to 30°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

Both runways at Wilmington Airpark demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of 5.2 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to moderate visibility, with an average of 8.8 statute miles and only 3% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles. Fog occurs in approximately 3% of observations, presenting minimal interference with typical flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared for consistent westerly winds when planning approaches at Wilmington Airpark. The lengthy runways (10,701 and 9,000 feet) provide ample landing and takeoff options with minimal wind-related constraints. Given the airport's weather profile, which shows MVFR conditions 24.1% of the time, instrument-rated pilots may encounter moderate meteorological challenges during certain periods.

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.