Willow Run Airport

KYIP / YIP

Detroit, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:04Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
07:04Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
5 kt
50°
--
Visibility
400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KYIP 050704Z AUTO 05005KT 2 1/2SM RA BR OVC004 02/01 A3006 RMK AO2 P0001 T00170011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 716 ft
OVC 400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,116 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (716 ft)
Pressure Alt
574 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -814 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KYIP 050536Z 0506/0606 05005KT 3SM -SHRA BR OVC003 FM050800 05004KT 3/4SM -SHRA BR OVC003 FM051100 06009KT 1/2SM -DZ FG OVC004 FM051600 07010KT 3/4SM RA BR OVC004 FM060100 05006KT 2SM BR OVC003 FM060500 08005KT 1/2SM FG OVC003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:38Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+1h
LIFR 50° 4 kt
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
11:00Z FM051100
+4h
LIFR 60° 9 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Light Drizzle, Fog
16:00Z FM051600
+9h
LIFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 3/4SM
Ceiling: 400 ft
Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YIP
05L ✈️
23R
05R ✈️
23L
09L
27R
09R
27L
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05L/23R
Active: 05L
6,655 ft 160 ft ASP 47°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 05R/23L
Active: 05R
7,526 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
09L/27R 7,294 ft 160 ft ASP 89°
3.9 kt 3.1 kt
39° angle
09R/27L 6,511 ft 160 ft ASP 89°
3.9 kt 3.1 kt
39° angle
14/32 6,914 ft 160 ft ASP 136°
0.3 kt 5.0 kt
86° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KYIP

5,244 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.9%
MVFR
25.6%
IFR
7.7%
LIFR
2.7%

Willow Run Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -23°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 12.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
7.6%
E
6.2%
SE
4.1%
S
11.8%
SW
19.7%
W
18.3%
NW
12.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.8°C
Range: -23°C to 31°C
-23°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 8.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.6%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05L/23R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 05R/23L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt

Statistics computed from 5,244 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Willow Run Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KYIP
IATA Code: YIP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 716 ft MSL

Location

City: Detroit
Country: US
Latitude: 42.237900°
Longitude: -83.530403°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05L/23R
Length: 6,655 ft
Width: 160 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 05R/23L
Length: 7,526 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 7,294 ft
Width: 160 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 6,511 ft
Width: 160 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,914 ft
Width: 160 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Willow Run Airport

Overview

Willow Run Airport serves the Detroit metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Michigan. Situated at 716 feet above mean sea level, the airport offers multiple runways ranging from 6,511 to 7,526 feet in length, providing flexible operational capabilities for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions 65.7% of the time, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring 23.7% of observations. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -22°C to 31°C, with prevailing southwest winds averaging 9.4 knots and occasional gusts up to 34 knots. Visibility averages 8.8 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility periods.

Notable Features

The airport features five asphalt runways with multiple orientation options, allowing for strategic wind-based selection. All runways demonstrate high wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and modest average crosswind components ranging from 5.2 to 6.7 knots. The geographic location provides diverse operational flexibility for both local and transient aviation traffic.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are most consistently observed during autumn months (September, October, November). With multiple runway options and low calm wind frequencies (12.8%), pilots have excellent flexibility in approach and departure strategies. The consistent southwest wind pattern provides predictable wind alignment for most runway configurations.

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.