Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field

KISO / ISO

Kinston, US

Last Updated
Jun 17, 13:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
13:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
270°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KISO 171350Z 27004KT 10SM SCT020 26/20 A2986

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 93 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,093 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KISO 171120Z 1712/1812 23005KT P6SM BKN080 FM171600 25005KT P6SM SCT050 FM180000 21007KT P6SM FEW250 FM181000 23011G19KT P6SM FEW250 AMD LTD TO CLD VIS AND WIND
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
16:00Z FM171600
+2h
VFR 250° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
00:00Z FM180000
+10h
VFR 210° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISO
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
11,500 ft 150 ft ASP 41°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KISO

10,872 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
81.5%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
5.2%
LIFR
4%

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 81.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 53°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 25.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.5%
N
16.2%
S
13.5%
W
7.2%
NE
8.9%
NW
7.2%
SE
1.6%
SW
17.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -15°C to 53°C
-15°C 53°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

June April January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,872 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KISO
IATA Code: ISO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 93 ft MSL

Location

City: Kinston
Country: US
Latitude: 35.331402°
Longitude: -77.608803°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 11,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field

Overview

Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field serves the eastern North Carolina region as a medium-sized airport located at 35.331402, -77.608803. Situated at 93 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Kinston and surrounding Lenoir County. Its substantial 11,500-foot runway supports a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 79.7% of recorded periods supporting clear flying. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 53°C demonstrate significant seasonal variation, while average wind speeds of 6.6 knots with a northerly prevailing direction suggest generally stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots can expect optimal visual conditions particularly during January, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (05/23) is constructed with asphalt and offers exceptional length at 11,500 feet, accommodating diverse aircraft types. Wind data reveals a 100% favorable wind alignment for runway 05/23, with an average crosswind of only 3.7 knots. Calm wind conditions occur in 29.3% of observations, providing consistent operational flexibility.

Approach Considerations

With consistently good visibility (average 9.6 statute miles) and minimal low-visibility events (fog present in only 1.9% of observations), approaches to Kinston Regional Jetport are typically straightforward. Pilots should anticipate northerly winds and prepare for minimal crosswind corrections. The statistically favorable wind conditions support predictable landing and takeoff operations across all seasons.

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.