4 Winds Aerodrome

IN45

Roachdale, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:54Z

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Currently using: KIND
Weather Source: Indianapolis International Airport (KIND)
Distance: 28nm / 52km from IN45

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
01:54Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
8 kt
220°
4 SM
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KIND 050154Z 22008KT 4SM TSRA BR SCT030CB BKN100 OVC180 23/22 A2998 RMK AO2 RAB38 TSB33 SLP145 OCNL LTGICCG OHD TS OHD MOV NE T02280217 PNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 810 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
OVC 18,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,810 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,810 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,810 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

4 Winds Aerodrome is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 18,000 feet and 4 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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 28 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Haze, Mist, Light Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (810 ft)
Pressure Alt
758 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,912 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KIND 050153Z 0502/0606 VRB05KT 5SM -SHRA VCTS OVC050CB FM050300 VRB04KT 6SM HZ VCSH SCT050 BKN100 FM050400 29006KT 6SM BR SCT025 BKN050 FM051400 29006KT P6SM SCT025 BKN050 PROB30 0518/0522 5SM -TSRA BKN050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:32Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
03:00Z FM050300
+1h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Haze
04:00Z FM050400
+2h
VFR 290° 6 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Mist
14:00Z FM051400
+12h
VFR 290° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
N45
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
1,900 ft 97 ft TURF
6.1 kt 5.1 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

4 Winds Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: IN45
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 810 ft MSL

Location

City: Roachdale
Country: US
Latitude: 39.824985°
Longitude: -86.884046°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 1,900 ft
Width: 97 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About 4 Winds Aerodrome

4 Winds Aerodrome (IN45) is located in Roachdale, US at an elevation of 810 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 1,900 feet.

Airport Overview

4 Winds Aerodrome serves Roachdale 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 (18/36) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 1,900 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 IN45, 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.