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Weather Briefing
VFRHollywood Burbank Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 9 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 5,801 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 90° |
↑ 1.6 kt
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↔ 8.9 kt
80° angle
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✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
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6,886 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 167° |
↑ 8.5 kt
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↔ 3.1 kt
20° angle
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Weather Statistics - KBUR
6,486 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Hollywood Burbank Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6 knots. Calm conditions occur 29.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 4°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, February.
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Statistics computed from 6,486 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Hollywood Burbank Airport - Airport Information
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About Hollywood Burbank Airport
Overview
Hollywood Burbank Airport serves the Los Angeles metropolitan area, situated in Burbank, California. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 778 ft MSL, it provides critical aviation services for commercial and general aviation operations in the Southern California region.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 16% of observations. Temperature ranges from 4°C to 35°C, averaging 16.9°C, which creates generally stable flying conditions. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 5.9 knots, with calm conditions recorded 32.4% of the time.
Notable Features
Both runways (08/26 and 15/33) are paved asphalt surfaces with substantial lengths of 5,801 and 6,886 feet respectively. The airport's location near major metropolitan areas requires pilots to be prepared for potential complex traffic patterns and airspace interactions typical of the Los Angeles basin.
Approach Considerations
Wind data indicates extremely favorable wind conditions for both runways, with 100% favorable wind alignments. Runway 08/26 experiences an average crosswind of 4.9 knots, while Runway 15/33 has an even lower average crosswind of 2.5 knots. Pilots can expect optimal September, December, and October months for the most consistent VFR conditions.
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