Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport

KNEL / NEL

Lakehurst, US

Last Updated
Jan 26, 02:41Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 908 hours ago
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🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
-4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
5 kt
310°
4 SM
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KNEL 260241Z AUTO 31005KT 4SM BR OVC009 M04/M05 A2976 RMK AO2 UPE03FZRAB03E35 CIG 005V011 T10391050 PNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 101 ft
OVC 900 ft AGL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,001 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (101 ft)
Pressure Alt
259 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,997 ft
ISA Deviation: -18.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NEL
06
24
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 50°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
100° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,001 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
4.7 kt 1.7 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 - KNEL

1,693 observations | Sep 2025 - Jan 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.6%
MVFR
11.9%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
1.7%

Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 30.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
20.8%
E
10.9%
SE
4.2%
S
8%
SW
6.2%
W
9.9%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.1°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

November September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 1,693 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jan 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KNEL
IATA Code: NEL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 101 ft MSL

Location

City: Lakehurst
Country: US
Latitude: 40.033298°
Longitude: -74.353302°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport

Overview

Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport serves the Lakehurst area in New Jersey, located at coordinates 40.033298, -74.353302 with an elevation of 101 feet MSL. As a medium airport, it provides critical infrastructure for regional aviation operations with two asphalt runways capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Lakehurst are predominantly VFR, with 76.6% of observations showing clear flying conditions. Winds typically originate from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 7.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 30°C, with an average of 17.2°C, providing generally stable flying environments.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 06/24 at 5000 feet and 15/33 at 5001 feet, both constructed of asphalt surface. Pilots will find consistent wind patterns, with 30.5% of observations showing calm conditions. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with only 3.8% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with Runway 06/24 experiencing an average crosswind of 3.5 knots and Runway 15/33 averaging 6.4 knots. November, September, and December represent the best months for VFR flying, offering optimal conditions for pilots navigating to and from Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport.

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.

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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.