Northeast Philadelphia Airport

KPNE / PNE

Philadelphia, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 00:54Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
00:54Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
9 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KPNE 050054Z 23009KT 10SM FEW080 35/19 A2985 RMK AO2 SLP107 T03500189 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 120 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,120 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Northeast Philadelphia Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 9 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 35°C (95°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 23 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Mist. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 01:00Z and 04:00Z.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (120 ft)
Pressure Alt
188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,617 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KPNE 050033Z 0501/0524 34020G35KT P6SM VCTS SCT060CB BKN120 TEMPO 0501/0504 2SM TSRA BKN025CB FM050500 VRB03KT P6SM VCSH BKN060 FM050700 VRB02KT 5SM BR BKN200 FM051300 19005KT P6SM SCT040 BKN200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 340° 20 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+4h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
07:00Z FM050700
+6h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
Mist
13:00Z FM051300
+12h
VFR 190° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PNE
06
24 ✈️
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,000 ft 150 ft ASP 48°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
15/33 5,000 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
0.0 kt 9.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KPNE

11,848 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.4%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
3.1%

Northeast Philadelphia Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 14.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.1%
N
10.4%
S
5%
W
19%
NE
9.2%
NW
15.2%
SE
3.6%
SW
14.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.2°C
Range: -15°C to 36°C
-15°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.8%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,848 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Northeast Philadelphia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KPNE
IATA Code: PNE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 120 ft MSL

Location

City: Philadelphia
Country: US
Latitude: 40.082406°
Longitude: -75.010614°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Northeast Philadelphia Airport

Overview

Northeast Philadelphia Airport serves as a critical general aviation facility located in the northeastern quadrant of Philadelphia. Situated at 120 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the metropolitan area. Its medium-sized classification and two paved runways support diverse aircraft operations in the greater Philadelphia region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with approximately 79% of observations reporting clear weather. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -15°C to 30°C, which demands careful preflight planning and consideration of performance impacts. Wind conditions are primarily western, averaging 8.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots and calm periods occurring 16.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel asphalt runways: Runway 06/24 at 7,000 feet and Runway 15/33 at 5,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and modest average crosswind components of 4.9 and 5.8 knots respectively. The airport's geographical positioning provides relatively consistent wind patterns that support predictable approach and departure conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal considerations reveal November, September, and October as the most favorable VFR months for operations. Visibility averages 9.3 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (below 3 miles in only 1.7% of observations). Pilots should anticipate potential marginal conditions, with IFR and LIFR conditions collectively representing approximately 6.6% of recorded weather observations.

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.