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IFRWoodbourne Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,200 feet and 3.2 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (190°) at 21 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 16-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 3.2 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 4200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 27 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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Heavy Showers RAGS. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 10 to 25 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers RAGS between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 24R
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4,675 ft | 197 ft | GRE | 88° |
↑ 13.5 kt
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↔ 16.1 kt
50° angle
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✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
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4,675 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 86° |
↑ 13.5 kt
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↔ 16.1 kt
50° angle
|
|
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
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3,878 ft | 295 ft | GRE | 126° |
↑ 0.0 kt
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↔ 21.0 kt
90° angle
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Overview
Woodbourne Airport serves the Blenheim region in New Zealand, situated at 109 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with three runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Marlborough area, supporting both civilian and potential military aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
Located at coordinates -41.518299, 173.869995, Woodbourne experiences typical maritime climate conditions characteristic of New Zealand's South Island. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's coastal proximity, with runway orientations (06L/24R, 06R/24L, and 10/28) designed to accommodate different wind directions.
Notable Features
The airport features three runways with varying surfaces: two 4,675-foot runways (06L/24R and 06R/24L) with green (GRE) and asphalted (ASP) surfaces, and a 3,878-foot green surface runway (10/28). Its moderate elevation of 109 feet MSL provides relatively straightforward terrain considerations for approaching aircraft.
Approach Considerations
Runway selection will primarily depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the parallel 06L/24R and 06R/24L runways offering flexibility for different wind scenarios. The additional 10/28 runway provides further operational versatility for pilots navigating the local wind patterns around Blenheim.
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