Addington Field

4TX8

Krum, US

Last Updated
May 14, 22:53Z

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Currently using: KAFW
Weather Source: Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport (KAFW)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from 4TX8

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
19 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAFW 142253Z 16019KT 10SM FEW120 SCT250 31/16 A2983 RMK AO2 PK WND 16027/2240 SLP087 T03060161 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 705 ft
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,705 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,705 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Addington Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 19 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 12,000 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating relatively dry 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 21 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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (705 ft)
Pressure Alt
803 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,892 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KAFW 142059Z 1421/1518 18012G22KT P6SM FEW250 FM150100 18011KT P6SM FEW250 FM151200 19015G25KT P6SM SCT220
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
01:00Z FM150100
+2h
VFR 180° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TX8
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
2,600 ft 100 ft TURF
18.7 kt 3.3 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Addington Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: 4TX8
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 705 ft MSL

Location

City: Krum
Country: US
Latitude: 33.248699°
Longitude: -97.223900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 2,600 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Addington Field

Addington Field (4TX8) is located in Krum, US at an elevation of 705 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 2,600 feet.

Airport Overview

Addington Field serves Krum in US. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 2,600 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from 4TX8, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.