Davison Army Air Field

KDAA / DAA

Fort Belvoir, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 17:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
17:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
38°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
3 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KDAA 041755Z AUTO 32003KT 10SM CLR 38/19 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP130 T03770191 10379 20304 57015 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Davison Army Air Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 38°C (100°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating very 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 29 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 25 knots. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 21:00Z and 02:00Z.

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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (73 ft)
Pressure Alt
81 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,859 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD KDAA 041750Z 0418/0523 VRB06KT 9999 FEW150 FEW250 QNH2993INS BECMG 0419/0420 30010G15KT 9999 VCTS SCT030CB BKN250 QNH2990INS TEMPO 0421/0502 VRB25G45KT 1600 +TSRA BKN030CB BECMG 0502/0503 VRB06KT 9000 -SHRA BKN050 BKN100 WS020/27035KT QNH2990INS BECMG 0509/0510 VRB06KT 9999 NSW FEW050 SCT200 QNH2982INS BECMG 0519/0520 VRB06KT 9999 -SHRA BKN060 QNH2985INS TX39/0421Z TN26/0510Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 1501 NEXT 0612
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+3h
LIFR VRB 25 kt
Visibility: 1.6 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain
02:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DAA
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
5,618 ft 75 ft ASP 133°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KDAA

9,326 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.4%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
3%

Davison Army Air Field typically experiences VFR conditions 72.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 47.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 47.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.1%
N
6.1%
S
9%
W
6.6%
NE
1.5%
NW
16.2%
SE
8.1%
SW
1.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -15°C to 37°C
-15°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,326 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Davison Army Air Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KDAA
IATA Code: DAA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 73 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Belvoir
Country: US
Latitude: 38.715000°
Longitude: -77.181000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,618 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Davison Army Air Field

Davison Army Air Field is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Davison Army Air Field (KDAA) is a medium-sized airport located at Fort Belvoir, serving military aviation operations in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Situated at 73 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 38.715000, -77.181000, the airport provides critical infrastructure for military aviation activities in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 73.3% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Temperature ranges from -11°C to 32°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Wind patterns are characterized by a northwest prevailing direction at an average of 6.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 49.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The primary runway 14/32 is 5,618 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering flexible operational capabilities. The airport's location near Washington, D.C. implies potential airspace complexity and proximity to controlled airspace. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (below 3SM occurring only 1.3% of the time).

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates 100% favorable wind conditions with an average crosswind of only 2.7 knots. October, November, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns and prepare for potential variability in local weather conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.