Findlay Airport

KFDY / FDY

Findlay, US

Last Updated
May 14, 22:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 59 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
8 kt
330°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFDY 142253Z AUTO 33008KT 10SM FEW080 18/01 A2999 RMK AO2 SLP151 T01780006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 813 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,813 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Findlay 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 north-northwest (330°) at 8 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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: 1,286 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFDY 141724Z 1418/1518 33015G23KT P6SM SCT070 FM142200 35006KT P6SM SKC FM150200 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM151500 20008KT P6SM SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:51Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 15 kt
Visibility: >6SM
02:00Z FM150200
+3h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM

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°
1.1 kt 7.9 kt
98° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
6,500 ft 100 ft ASP 180°
6.9 kt 4.0 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

7,612 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.1%
MVFR
26%
IFR
8.4%
LIFR
4.4%

Findlay Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 10.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 10.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
9.8%
E
8%
SE
5.7%
S
15.2%
SW
15.4%
W
25.2%
NW
8%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -21°C to 32°C
-21°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 4.2%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

September May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.1 kt

Statistics computed from 7,612 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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

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.