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VFRVan Zandt County Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 10 knots with gusts to 16 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,900 ft, scattered at 5,000 ft, scattered at 6,500 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 19:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
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3,230 ft | 50 ft | ASP | 180° |
↑ 9.8 kt
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↔ 1.7 kt
10° angle
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Van Zandt County Regional Airport - Airport Information
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About Van Zandt County Regional Airport
Overview
Van Zandt County Regional Airport serves the Wills Point area in Texas, positioned at coordinates 32.681499, -95.984100. As a medium airport situated at 518 feet above mean sea level, the facility provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and general aviation operations in eastern Texas.
Flying Conditions
Located in an area with typical Texas climate variations, pilots can expect potential thermal activity and wind shifts characteristic of the region. The airport's elevation of 518 ft MSL suggests moderate terrain conditions that generally support stable air mass movements during most seasons.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (17/35) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,230 feet in length. Its geographical positioning in Van Zandt County offers pilots a strategic aviation resource for connecting to broader transportation networks in the eastern Texas region.
Approach Considerations
Runway 17/35 provides a primary approach axis aligned approximately north-south, which can be advantageous for managing prevailing wind conditions typical to the region. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the runway's orientation.
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