Schenectady County Airport

KSCH / SCH

Schenectady, US

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Current Weather

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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR KSCH 050258Z 00000KT 10SM CLR M01/M02 A3025 RMK LAST
QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (378 ft)
Pressure Alt
56 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,773 ft
ISA Deviation: -15.2°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SCH
04
22
10
28
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 26°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
26° angle
10/28 4,840 ft 150 ft ASP 88°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
88° angle
15/33 2,639 ft 50 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
134° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KSCH

1,351 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.9%
MVFR
14.7%
IFR
7.4%
LIFR
1%

Schenectady County Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 29.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.7%
NE
7.1%
E
2%
SE
2%
S
10.3%
SW
3.5%
W
27.6%
NW
13.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -21°C to 31°C
-21°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 2%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,351 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Schenectady County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KSCH
IATA Code: SCH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 378 ft MSL

Location

City: Schenectady
Country: US
Latitude: 42.852501°
Longitude: -73.928902°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10/28
Length: 4,840 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,639 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Schenectady County Airport

Overview

Schenectady County Airport serves the Capital District region of New York State, located near Albany. As a medium-sized airport with three paved runways, it provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the surrounding Schenectady County area. The airport sits at 378 feet above mean sea level, offering access to the northeastern United States aviation network.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Schenectady County Airport are predominantly VFR, with 76.1% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperatures range dramatically from -18°C to 31°C, with an average of 6.2°C. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 7.8 knots provide generally stable flying conditions, with calm winds occurring 32% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with varying lengths: Runway 04/22 at 7000 feet, Runway 10/28 at 4840 feet, and Runway 15/33 at 2639 feet. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges for pilots. Average crosswind components range from 3.3 to 6 knots across the runways.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 9.7 statute miles, with only 2.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. September, October, and December represent the best VFR months for operations. Pilots should note minimal fog occurrence (0.1% of observations) and prepare for moderate westerly wind conditions when planning approaches and departures.

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.