Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport

PHNG / NGF

Kaneohe, US

Last Updated
May 15, 15:54Z

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 57 min ago
15:54Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI PHNG 151554Z AUTO 20004KT 10SM SCT017 22/21 A2988 RMK AO2 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 24 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,724 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°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. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Mist, Showers Rain, Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain, Mist between 09:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (24 ft)
Pressure Alt
62 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 908 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF PHNG 150900Z 1509/1609 08012KT 9999 OVC025 QNH2886INS TEMPO 1509/1515 09010G20KT 8000 -SHRA BR BECMG 1516/1518 4800 SHRA BR BKN010 OVC020 TEMPO 1518/1600 09010G20KT 1800 TX26/1522Z TN23/1513Z AUTOMATED SENSOR METWATCH 1511 TIL 1517
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:51Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 80° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 1.517 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HNG
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
7,771 ft 200 ft ASP 52°
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - PHNG

12,649 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67%
MVFR
30.6%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
0.1%

Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 2.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.2% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 24.1°C (range: 18°C to 31°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 11.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
47.4%
N
4.9%
S
5.6%
W
1.8%
NE
18.7%
NW
1.5%
SE
4.6%
SW
4.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.1°C
Range: 18°C to 31°C
18°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 7.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.5%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

September October January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 12,649 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: PHNG
IATA Code: NGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City: Kaneohe
Country: US
Latitude: 21.450500°
Longitude: -157.768005°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+11

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,771 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport

Kaneohe Bay MCAS (Marion E. Carl Field) Airport 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

Kaneohe Bay MCAS Airport, located in Kaneohe, Hawaii, is a medium-sized military airfield situated at 24 feet mean sea level. As Marion E. Carl Field, the airport serves Marine Corps operations on the island of Oahu, strategically positioned near the northeastern coastline of the island.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 71.1% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 8.5 knots, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 31°C and an average visibility of 7.8 statute miles. September, October, and January demonstrate the most stable VFR weather patterns.

Notable Features

The single runway 04/22 is 7,771 feet long with an asphalt surface, oriented to take advantage of the consistent east-northeast wind patterns. The airport's coastal location suggests potential for localized wind variations and occasional maritime weather influences, with calm conditions occurring 11.8% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 4.8 knots. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related approach challenges, particularly during the peak VFR months of September through October and January. Low-visibility events are rare, with IFR and LIFR conditions representing less than 1% of 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
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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.