Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport

KFST / FST

Fort Stockton, US

Last Updated
Jun 15, 18:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
0 kt
10 SM
Visibility
4,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFST 151853Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM FEW030 SCT039 BKN047 27/19 A3007 RMK AO2 SLP135 T02720189

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,011 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,900 ft AGL
BKN 4,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,011 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,911 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,711 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 4700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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.

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.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
918 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,011 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,869 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,032 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFST 151734Z 1518/1618 09007KT P6SM BKN015 FM152000 10006KT P6SM BKN050 FM160200 17007KT P6SM SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:37Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
20:00Z FM152000
+1h
VFR 100° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
02:00Z FM160200
+7h
VFR 170° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FST
03
21
07
25
11
29
12
30
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,399 ft 60 ft ASP 37°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
37° angle
07/25 5,200 ft 150 ft GRS 81°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
81° angle
11/29 3,900 ft 100 ft GRS 128°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
128° angle
12/30 7,507 ft 100 ft ASP 127°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
127° angle
16/34 3,981 ft 150 ft TURF 171°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
171° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFST

6,763 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.1%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
2.1%
LIFR
1.6%

Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.6%
N
6.5%
S
21.8%
W
9.6%
NE
6.6%
NW
6.6%
SE
21.2%
SW
14.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 18.9°C
Range: -9°C to 42°C
-9°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.4 kt
Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,763 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFST
IATA Code: FST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,011 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Stockton
Country: US
Latitude: 30.915701°
Longitude: -102.916000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,399 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 3,900 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 7,507 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 3,981 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport

Overview

Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport serves the West Texas region as a medium-sized airport located in Fort Stockton. Situated at 3,011 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a remote area of Pecos County. Its multiple runways support various aircraft operations in this sparsely populated part of Texas.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 94.9% of the time, with minimal periods of instrument meteorological conditions. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 37°C, with an average of 17.7°C. Prevailing winds are from the south at an average of 9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, and calm conditions occurring 5.1% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features five distinct runways with varying surface types, including asphalt (ASP), grass (GRS), and turf surfaces. Runway lengths range from 3,900 feet to 7,507 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. The geographic location in West Texas suggests a typically open terrain with minimal obstructions and wide approach corridors.

Approach Considerations

All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage with relatively low average crosswind components ranging from 5.1 to 6.3 knots. Visibility averages 9.9 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months for pilots approaching Fort Stockton Pecos County Airport.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.