Van Zandt County Regional Airport

K76F

Wills Point, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 18:53Z

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Currently using: KTYR
Weather Source: Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (KTYR)
Distance: 35nm / 66km from K76F

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
18:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
4 kt
330°
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTYR 221853Z 33004KT 10SM -RA BKN050 BKN065 OVC090 21/20 A3005 RMK AO2 SLP172 P0004 T02110200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 518 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
BKN 6,500 ft AGL
OVC 9,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,518 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,018 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,518 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Van Zandt County Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 20°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: Light Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (518 ft)
Pressure Alt
376 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,220 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTYR 221720Z 2218/2318 17008KT P6SM -RA VCTS BKN014CB OVC050 FM222100 14005KT P6SM BKN050 FM230900 17009KT P6SM OVC015 FM231600 18011G19KT P6SM OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:50Z BASE
+0h
IFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Light Rain
21:00Z FM222100
+2h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
76F
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
3,230 ft 50 ft ASP 180°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Van Zandt County Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: K76F
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 518 ft MSL

Location

City: Wills Point
Country: US
Latitude: 32.681499°
Longitude: -95.984100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 3,230 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Van Zandt County Regional Airport

Overview

Van Zandt County Regional Airport serves the Wills Point area in Texas, positioned at coordinates 32.681499, -95.984100. As a medium airport situated at 518 feet above mean sea level, the facility provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and general aviation operations in eastern Texas.

Flying Conditions

Located in an area with typical Texas climate variations, pilots can expect potential thermal activity and wind shifts characteristic of the region. The airport's elevation of 518 ft MSL suggests moderate terrain conditions that generally support stable air mass movements during most seasons.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (17/35) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,230 feet in length. Its geographical positioning in Van Zandt County offers pilots a strategic aviation resource for connecting to broader transportation networks in the eastern Texas region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 provides a primary approach axis aligned approximately north-south, which can be advantageous for managing prevailing wind conditions typical to the region. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the runway's orientation.

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

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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.