Findlay Airport

KFDY / FDY

Findlay, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
7 kt
150°
7 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFDY 041053Z AUTO 15007KT 7SM CLR 21/21 A3001 RMK AO2 SLP150 T02110211

Weather Briefing

VFR

Findlay Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 7 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 7 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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 24 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: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (813 ft)
Pressure Alt
731 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,646 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFDY 040541Z 0406/0506 00000KT P6SM SCT100 FM040700 20004KT P6SM VCSH BKN060 PROB30 0407/0409 3SM -TSRA OVC025CB FM041000 23005KT P6SM SCT100 FM042100 26009KT P6SM VCSH SCT050 BKN100 PROB30 0422/0502 2SM TSRA OVC025CB FM050400 VRB03KT P6SM BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM042100
+10h
VFR 260° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
22:00Z PROB30
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FDY
07
25
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 5,883 ft 100 ft ASP 68°
1.0 kt 6.9 kt
82° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFDY

9,072 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.6%
MVFR
24%
IFR
8.4%
LIFR
4%

Findlay Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 7.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.4%
N
5.4%
S
15.2%
W
23.3%
NE
10.7%
NW
7.8%
SE
5.3%
SW
16.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -21°C to 35°C
-21°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 8.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.9%
Fog Frequency: 2.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.9 kt

Statistics computed from 9,072 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Findlay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFDY
IATA Code: FDY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 813 ft MSL

Location

City: Findlay
Country: US
Latitude: 41.013500°
Longitude: -83.668701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,883 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 6,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Findlay Airport

Overview

Findlay Airport serves northwest Ohio as a medium-sized airport located in Hancock County. Situated at 813 feet above mean sea level near the city of Findlay, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. Its two asphalt runways offer substantial length and operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at Findlay Airport, with 60.5% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 32°C, which can impact aircraft performance and operations. Wind patterns are consistently westerly at an average of 10.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 39 knots that require careful wind management.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with different orientations, providing wind adaptation capabilities. Runway 07/25 measures 5,883 feet and runway 18/36 extends to 6,500 feet, both constructed of asphalt surface. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with average crosswind components of 4.7 and 7.4 knots respectively.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most consistently favorable flying months, with optimal visibility and moderate wind conditions. Visibility averages 8.2 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced conditions, with 4.4% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Fog occurs in 2.8% of observations, requiring appropriate preparation and potential alternate planning.

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

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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.