Snow Day

3.17.2025 3:02pm local (by: VPW)

Runways open, all hangars accessible

3.17.2025 11:06am local (by: VPW)

Field closed for snow removal operations. Probably reopen early afternoon.

3.17.2025 6:25am local (by: VPW)

17 March 0630

Field is open for now with poor conditions. 3/4" wet snow FICONS 3/3/3

More snow expected throughout the day, closure for snow removal a high possibility. Check FICONS and with Dispatch before planning any departures or arrivals.

3.16.2025 4:29pm local (by: VPW)

Snow Day Forecast for 17 March

-Strong chance of several inches of snow overnight, temperatures will be just above freezing overnight and at the freezing point during the day on the 17th. Snowfall may continue on the 17th.
-We will monitor runway conditions and issue FICONS as appropriate. Depending on temperatures snow removal is likely to begin on the morning of the 17th.
-There is a likely chance that runways will be closed due to snow removal operations on the morning of the 17th. It is difficult to predict when runways will become available and will depend on temperatures and the amount of snowfall on the day of the 17th.


Note: This information is a forecast and actual conditions may change. Our forecast should be used to indicate when trouble may be encountered in order to add extra caution to your flight planning. If we indicate a runway closure may be imminent and you wish to get out before the closure then call dispatch. Stay abreast of approved weather forecasting and reporting as well as NOTAMS

Runway Availability: This means one runway, a parallel taxiway, and reasonable access to a ramp. Full runway and taxiway access, services, and access to hangars will happen after a runway has been made available. Sometimes a day or more will be required to provide full access.

3.15.2025 6:58am local (by: VPW)

Runways open with light snow and wet conditions

All hangars are accessible

3.14.2025 1:20pm local (by: VPW)

Snow Day Forecast for 15 March

-Fair chance of mixed precipitation overnight, temperatures will be just below freezing in the morning. The15th should hold partly cloudy skies and rising temperatures above freezing by mid to late morning.
-We will monitor runway conditions and issue FICONS as appropriate. Runways are clear as of the afternoon of the 14th.
-There is a slight chance that runways will be closed due to RCAM conditions of ice and other contaminants on the morning of the 15th. If there is an ice sheet at the beginning of the day we expect it to melt by mid to late morning.


Note: This information is a forecast and actual conditions may change. Our forecast should be used to indicate when trouble may be encountered in order to add extra caution to your flight planning. If we indicate a runway closure may be imminent and you wish to get out before the closure then call dispatch. Stay abreast of approved weather forecasting and reporting as well as NOTAMS

Runway Availability: This means one runway, a parallel taxiway, and reasonable access to a ramp. Full runway and taxiway access, services, and access to hangars will happen after a runway has been made available. Sometimes a day or more will be required to provide full access.

3.13.2025 2:27pm local (by: DVQ)

Hangar rows have begun being cleared
A,B Rows accessible
Snow flurries have been off and on throughout the day
Monitor NOTAMS for runway openings

3.13.2025 12:15pm local (by: DVQ)

Crews have been focusing on getting runways open by 4pm
Progress has not yet begun on hangar rows

3.13.2025 8:45am local (by: DVQ)

RUNWAYS CLOSED
8-12" of light snow fell at TRK overnight and crews got out by 6am to start the cleanup
With full sun and warm temperatures, snow removal should go smoothly today
Next update around Noon

3.12.2025 5:05pm local (by: DVQ)

Snow is just starting to hit us at KTRK. There is a good chance we will be closed starting Thursday morning that could last through Friday morning.

Note: This information is a forecast and actual conditions may change. Our forecast should be used to indicate when trouble may be encountered in order to add extra caution to your flight planning. If we indicate a runway closure may be imminent and you wish to get out before the closure then call dispatch. Stay abreast of approved weather forecasting and reporting as well as NOTAMS

Runway Availability: This means one runway, a parallel taxiway, and reasonable access to a ramp. Full runway and taxiway access, services, and access to hangars will happen after a runway has been made available. Sometimes a day or more will be required to provide full access.

* Attention Pilots: Local tenants with tentative flight schedules planned (post snow events), can send priority hangar snow clearing requests to snowday@truckeetahoeairport.com.

Check NOTAMS:
https://pilotweb.nas.faa.gov/PilotWeb

Check live 360 degree webcam:
https://truckeetahoeairport.com/webcam

Check weather forecast:
https://www.aviationweather.gov/gfa  

Runway Condition Assessment Matrix (RCAM): 
RCAM CHART

Please remember the snow removal priorities that were discussed at the Winter Operations Speaking Event:
- Landside roads & parking (so we can get to work)
- Care Flight EMS
- Runways & Taxiways
- Airside terminal ramp, businesses and Control Tower
- Hangar row taxilanes

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