Venango Regional Airport

KFKL / FKL

Franklin, US

Last Updated
May 14, 21:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
21:56Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
6 kt
310°
10 SM
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFKL 142156Z AUTO 31006KT 10SM OVC034 09/04 A2992 RMK AO2 SLP139 T00890044

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,540 ft
OVC 3,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,940 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Venango Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,400 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 6 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
962 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,540 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,548 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,198 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFKL 141720Z 1418/1518 31008G18KT P6SM OVC015 FM142200 32008KT P6SM BKN025 FM150800 30004KT P6SM SCT045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:57Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
08:00Z FM150800
+10h
VFR 300° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKL
03
21
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 17°
2.3 kt 5.5 kt
67° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
3,698 ft 100 ft ASP 106°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFKL

8,394 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51%
MVFR
26.3%
IFR
11.9%
LIFR
10.8%

Venango Regional Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 5.2% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are October, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 9.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.3%
NE
4.1%
E
5.8%
SE
7.4%
S
13.8%
SW
20.8%
W
22.2%
NW
10.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -24°C to 29°C
-24°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 5.2%
Fog Frequency: 4.8%

Best Months for VFR

October May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt

Statistics computed from 8,394 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Venango Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFKL
IATA Code: FKL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,540 ft MSL

Location

City: Franklin
Country: US
Latitude: 41.377899°
Longitude: -79.860397°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 3,698 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Venango Regional Airport

Overview

Venango Regional Airport serves Franklin, Pennsylvania as a medium-sized airport situated at 1540 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 41.377899, -79.860397, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northwestern Pennsylvania region. Its two asphalt runways offer flexibility for various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Venango Regional demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 52.8% of observations. Marginal VFR occurs 26.2% of the time, while instrument conditions (IFR and LIFR) combine for approximately 21% of recorded weather. Temperature ranges from -22°C to 29°C, with an average of 4.6°C, indicating substantial seasonal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: Runway 03/21 at 5200 feet and Runway 12/30 at 3698 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Prevailing winds consistently blow from the west (270°) at an average speed of 7.6 knots, with maximum recorded winds reaching 25 knots. Wind conditions are calm 12.6% of the time, which can impact flight planning and operations.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with minimal average crosswind components (4.7kt for 03/21 and 5kt for 12/30). Visibility averages 8.3 statute miles, with occasional reduced conditions below 3 miles occurring 5.6% of the time and fog present in 4.9% of observations. September, October, and November represent the most consistent months for visual flight conditions.

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.