Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field

KISO / ISO

Kinston, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
240°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KISO 042250Z 24003KT 10SM CLR 22/13 A3020

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KISO 042329Z 0500/0524 21006KT P6SM SCT250 FM051100 21006KT 5SM BR BKN030 FM051200 22007KT 5SM BR BKN001 FM051500 23007KT P6SM BKN006 FM051600 23008KT P6SM BKN080 FM051700 22009KT P6SM SCT030 SCT250 AMD LTD TO CLD VIS AND WIND
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
11:00Z FM051100
+12h
MVFR 210° 6 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISO
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
11,500 ft 150 ft ASP 41°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KISO

6,957 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
10.2%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
4.8%

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 27.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 53°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 27.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.1%
NE
9.3%
E
2.3%
SE
1.5%
S
8.1%
SW
13.3%
W
8.3%
NW
9.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.4°C
Range: -15°C to 53°C
-15°C 53°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

January November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,957 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KISO
IATA Code: ISO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 93 ft MSL

Location

City: Kinston
Country: US
Latitude: 35.331402°
Longitude: -77.608803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 11,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field

Overview

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field serves the eastern North Carolina region as a medium-sized airport located at 35.331402, -77.608803. Situated at 93 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Kinston and surrounding Lenoir County. Its substantial 11,500-foot runway supports a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 79.7% of recorded periods supporting clear flying. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 53°C demonstrate significant seasonal variation, while average wind speeds of 6.6 knots with a northerly prevailing direction suggest generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions particularly during January, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (05/23) is constructed with asphalt and offers exceptional length at 11,500 feet, accommodating diverse aircraft types. Wind data reveals a 100% favorable wind alignment for runway 05/23, with an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 29.3% of observations, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

With consistently good visibility (average 9.6 statute miles) and minimal low-visibility events (fog present in only 1.9% of observations), approaches to Kinston Regional Jetport are typically straightforward. Pilots should anticipate northerly winds and prepare for minimal crosswind corrections. The statistically favorable wind conditions support predictable landing and takeoff operations across all seasons.

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.