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Weather Briefing
VFRPerot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 11 knots. Runway 16L/34R is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft, few at 20,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 16L/34R
Active: 16L
|
11,000 ft | 150 ft | CONC-GRVD | 170° |
↑ 11.0 kt
•
↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
|
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✈️ 16R/34L
Active: 16R
|
11,010 ft | 150 ft | CONC-GRVD | 170° |
↑ 11.0 kt
•
↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KAFW
7,873 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 7,873 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport - Airport Information
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About Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport
Overview
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance Airport serves the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located northwest of Fort Worth. Situated at 722 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure with two substantial concrete, grooved runways each measuring approximately 11,000 feet in length. Its strategic location and extensive runway capacity make it a significant transportation hub for the region.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KAFW demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 85.5% of the time. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 36°C create diverse operational scenarios, though most days feature moderate temperatures averaging 17.1°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the south at an average of 8.6 knots, with September through November offering the most stable and predictable flying conditions.
Notable Features
The airport's twin parallel runways (16L/34R and 16R/34L) are identically configured with concrete, grooved surfaces designed for optimal aircraft traction. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind at 3.8 knots, providing pilots with consistent and predictable approach characteristics. Visibility averages an impressive 9.7 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (less than 3SM occurring in only 0.8% of observations).
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect highly reliable approach conditions given the airport's consistent wind and visibility metrics. The south-prevailing winds (180°) suggest that runways 16L and 16R will typically be the preferred approach vectors. With calm wind conditions present in 8.5% of observations and crosswinds rarely exceeding 3.8 knots, most approaches can be conducted with minimal wind-related complications.
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