Tyler Pounds Regional Airport

KTYR / TYR

Tyler, US

Last Updated
May 15, 10:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
10:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
10 kt
170°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTYR 151053Z AUTO 17010KT 10SM CLR 20/17 A2990 RMK AO2 SLP117 T02000172 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tyler Pounds 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 10 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (544 ft)
Pressure Alt
552 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,283 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KTYR 150520Z 1506/1606 18008KT P6SM SCT250 TEMPO 1512/1515 BKN015 FM151500 19014G24KT P6SM SCT030 SCT180 BKN250 FM151700 19016G26KT P6SM FEW040 SCT180 BKN250 FM160000 19012G20KT P6SM BKN180 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
12:00Z TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
15:00Z FM151500
+4h
VFR 190° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
17:00Z FM151700
+6h
VFR 190° 16 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TYR
04
22
13
31
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,200 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
5.7 kt 8.2 kt
125° angle
13/31 5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 135°
8.2 kt 5.7 kt
35° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
4,850 ft 150 ft ASP 180°
10.0 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 - KTYR

6,554 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.1%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
8.9%
LIFR
3%

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 10%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.5%
NE
8.7%
E
6.6%
SE
9.9%
S
37%
SW
7.7%
W
2.4%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.1°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,554 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTYR
IATA Code: TYR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 544 ft MSL

Location

City: Tyler
Country: US
Latitude: 32.354099°
Longitude: -95.402397°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,850 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tyler Pounds Regional Airport

Overview

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport serves the East Texas city of Tyler, functioning as a medium-sized airport situated at 544 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 32.354099, -95.402397, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network. The airport features three asphalt runways capable of accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 72.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -5°C to 34°C, with an average temperature of 16.9°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average speed of 7.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 13.1% of the time. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer multiple landing options with excellent wind coverage. Runway 04/22 is the longest at 7,200 feet, providing substantial landing and takeoff capacity. All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively low average crosswind speeds ranging from 3.4 to 5.2 knots. The terrain and elevation at 544 feet MSL suggest a relatively straightforward approach environment.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions primarily from the southern quadrant, which provides predictable approach and departure planning. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 3.8% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Fog is minimal, occurring in just 0.8% of observations. The multiple runway configurations offer flexibility in addressing varying wind conditions and operational requirements.

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.