Ponca City Regional Airport

KPNC / PNC

Ponca City, US

Last Updated
May 15, 15:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
15:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
13 kt
170° G22 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPNC 151553Z AUTO 17013G22KT 10SM CLR 27/18 A2974 RMK AO2 PK WND 15026/1518 SLP058 T02720178

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ponca City Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 13 knots with gusts to 22 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
973 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,008 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,196 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,878 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KPNC 151120Z 1512/1612 18017G25KT P6SM BKN180 PROB30 1600/1603 5SM -TSRA BR OVC025CB FM160400 16013KT P6SM BKN110 WS020/18045KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 17 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 18,000 ft
00:00Z PROB30
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain, Mist
04:00Z FM160400
+12h
VFR 160° 13 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 11,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PNC
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
7,201 ft 150 ft CON 180°
13.0 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 - KPNC

6,371 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.4%
MVFR
10.9%
IFR
4.1%
LIFR
1.6%

Ponca City Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 12.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.5%
NE
8.1%
E
8.1%
SE
13%
S
28.4%
SW
6%
W
2.7%
NW
4.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

May September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 6,371 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ponca City Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPNC
IATA Code: PNC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,008 ft MSL

Location

City: Ponca City
Country: US
Latitude: 36.731998°
Longitude: -97.099800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,201 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Ponca City Regional Airport

Overview

Ponca City Regional Airport serves the northern Oklahoma region as a medium-sized airport situated at 1008 feet above mean sea level. Located near the city of Ponca City, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 84.4% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds typically originate from the south at an average of 8.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 24 knots and calm periods occurring 14.5% of the time. Temperature variations range from -14°C to 35°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 17/35 measuring 7,201 feet in length, constructed of concrete. Its geographical coordinates (36.731998, -97.099800) place it in a relatively flat region of northern Oklahoma, with minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Wind conditions demonstrate excellent runway alignment, with the primary runway favorably oriented to prevailing wind directions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 offers consistent wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 3.5 knots. Pilots can anticipate excellent VFR conditions, particularly during January, September, and December. Visibility averages 9.8 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in only 1.7% of observations and less than 3SM visibility in 0.5% of cases).

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.