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Weather Briefing
VFRBirchwood Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of -1°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
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3,931 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 39° |
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↔ 3.0 kt
90° angle
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✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 19L
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2,200 ft | 50 ft | COM | 24° |
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90° angle
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Weather Statistics - PABV
7,352 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Birchwood Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Calm conditions occur 42.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -30°C to 16°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are March, December, October.
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Statistics computed from 7,352 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Birchwood Airport - Airport Information
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About Birchwood Airport
Overview
Birchwood Airport serves the Birchwood area in Alaska, situated at an elevation of 83 feet MSL near the coordinates 61.416500, -149.507004. As a medium airport with two runways, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for local and regional operations in this part of Alaska.
Flying Conditions
Weather at Birchwood Airport demonstrates significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 61.3% of the time, but also experiencing a notable 20.4% of low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions. Temperature ranges from -30°C to 16°C, with an average of -5°C, indicating challenging cold weather environments. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average of 5.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 43.7% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: 01L/19R with a 3,931-foot asphalt surface and 01R/19L with a 2,200-foot compacted surface. Both runways demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 2.8 knots. Visibility averages 8.9 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for reduced visibility, with 6.1% of observations showing conditions below 3 statute miles.
Approach Considerations
October, September, and December represent the best months for visual flight conditions at Birchwood Airport. Pilots should anticipate potential low instrument flight rules (LIFR) conditions, which occur in 20.4% of observations. The consistent wind patterns and low average crosswind suggest predictable approach and departure scenarios for both runways, with southern wind directions predominating.
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