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MVFRColumbus County Municipal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,600 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 8 knots with gusts to 14 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component (gusting to 2 knots crosswind).
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
|
5,500 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 42° |
↑ 7.9 kt
•
↔ 1.4 kt
10° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KCPC
16,025 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Columbus County Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are November, April, October.
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Statistics computed from 16,025 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Columbus County Municipal Airport
Columbus County Municipal Airport (KCPC) is located in Whiteville, US at an elevation of 99 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 5,500 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 16,025 weather observations shows KCPC maintains VFR conditions 83.1% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 8.1% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.7% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KCPC come from the N (0°) with an average speed of 5.7 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (37.2% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are November, April, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -11°C (12°F) to 34°C (93°F), averaging 14.5°C (58°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29.53 to 30.64 inHg (1000-1038 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 16,025 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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