Yeager Airport

KCRW / CRW

Charleston, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 05:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
05:54Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
0 kt
4 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KCRW 270554Z 00000KT 4SM BR BKN000 BKN033 21/21 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP122 FG BKN000 T02060206 10261 20206 58002 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 981 ft
BKN 0 ft AGL
BKN 0 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
981 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
981 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,281 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Yeager Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 0 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: broken at 0 ft, broken at 3,300 ft, broken at 0 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (981 ft)
Pressure Alt
989 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,944 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KCRW 270523Z 2706/2806 00000KT 5SM BR FEW001 SCT025 FM270800 00000KT 2SM BR SCT001 FM270900 00000KT 1SM BR BKN001 FM271200 00000KT 5SM BR BKN002 FM271300 00000KT P6SM BKN030 FM271700 00000KT P6SM SCT035 FM280300 16004KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Mist
08:00Z FM270800
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Mist
09:00Z FM270900
+3h
LIFR
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 100 ft
Mist
12:00Z FM271200
+6h
LIFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CRW
05
23
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 6,715 ft 150 ft ASP 47°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
47° angle
15/33 4,751 ft 150 ft ASP 141°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
141° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KCRW

8,337 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.6%
MVFR
15.3%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
2.9%

Yeager Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 38.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -89°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 3.9% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 38.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
2%
N
3.9%
S
8.9%
W
12.5%
NE
4.6%
NW
7.8%
SE
4.7%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.2°C
Range: -89°C to 35°C
-89°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 15%

Best Months for VFR

April June October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,337 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Yeager Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KCRW
IATA Code: CRW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 981 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleston
Country: US
Latitude: 38.373100°
Longitude: -81.593201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 6,715 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 4,751 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Yeager Airport

Overview

Yeager Airport serves Charleston, West Virginia, as a medium-sized airport located at 981 feet mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 38.373100, -81.593201, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Yeager Airport are predominantly favorable for flying, with 73.3% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Pilots can expect significant variability in temperature, ranging from -16°C to 32°C, with an average of 8.7°C. Wind patterns are primarily westerly at an average of 6.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 39.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 05/23 at 6,715 feet and Runway 15/33 at 4,751 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility, with 13.6% of observations reporting fog conditions.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Crosswind components are relatively mild, averaging 3.5 knots for Runway 05/23 and 4.9 knots for Runway 15/33. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, with 26.6% of observations showing MVFR or IFR conditions.

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.