General William J Fox Airfield

KWJF / WJF

Lancaster, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
23 kt
270° G33 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KWJF 042256Z 27023G33KT 10SM CLR 19/07 A2997 RMK AO2 PK WND 26034/2241 SLP150 T01890067
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
937 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,351 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,299 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,343 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KWJF 042340Z 0500/0524 27022G33KT P6SM FEW250 FM050200 28017G27KT P6SM SKC FM050800 26015KT P6SM SKC FM051800 36014KT P6SM SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 22 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM050200
+3h
VFR 280° 17 kt
Visibility: >6SM
08:00Z FM050800
+9h
VFR 260° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WJF
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,201 ft 150 ft ASP 72°
19.9 kt 11.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KWJF

4,181 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.1%
MVFR
6.2%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
0.6%

General William J Fox Airfield enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 24.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 24.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
8%
E
5.3%
SE
1.3%
S
2.6%
SW
18.6%
W
30.8%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -6°C to 36°C
-6°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.2%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,181 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

General William J Fox Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KWJF
IATA Code: WJF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,351 ft MSL

Location

City: Lancaster
Country: US
Latitude: 34.741100°
Longitude: -118.219002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,201 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About General William J Fox Airfield

Overview

General William J Fox Airfield is a medium airport located in Lancaster, California, serving the Antelope Valley region. Situated at 2,351 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the high desert area northwest of Los Angeles.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Fox Airfield are predominantly VFR, with 89.9% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The prevailing westerly winds average 8.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots, and calm conditions occurring 24.9% of the time. Temperature ranges from -4°C to 36°C, offering relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 06/24, constructed of asphalt and measuring 7,201 feet in length. Its high desert location means pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and wind variations typical of the Mojave region. The runway alignment allows for 100% favorable wind coverage, with an average crosswind component of only 3.2 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal VFR conditions during September, October, and December, based on historical weather data. The consistent westerly winds and long runway provide favorable approach conditions. With excellent average visibility of 9.7 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences (0.1%), instrument approaches are typically straightforward.

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
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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.