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Weather Briefing
VFRAnderson Municipal Darlington Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 5,500 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 12/30 | 5,400 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 115° |
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| 18/36 | 3,400 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 179° |
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Weather Statistics - KAID
11,639 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field typically experiences VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 114 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, June, September.
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Statistics computed from 11,639 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Anderson Municipal Darlington Field
Anderson Municipal Darlington Field (KAID/AID) is located in Anderson, US at an elevation of 919 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (12/30, 18/36), with the longest at 5,400 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 11,639 weather observations shows KAID maintains VFR conditions 75.7% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 15.9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 8.4% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KAID come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7 knots and recorded gusts up to 114 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (30.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.4 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are October, June, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -22°C (-8°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 8.1°C (47°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.31 to 30.66 inHg (993-1038 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 11,639 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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