Snow Day
2.14.2025 3:40pm local (by: VPW)
Runways 11/29 and 2/20 are open, no services available, self parking in front of terminal
2.14.2025 2:08pm local (by: VPW)
Crews are still moving large snow berms in the vicinity of our ramp areas.
2.14.2025 9:04am local (by: VPW)
Runways remain closed and snow removal activities are happening across the airport. It is unlikely that we will be able to open a runway today.
2.13.2025 2:18pm local (by: VPW)
Snow Day Forecast for 14 and 15 February
-Precipitation expected for the next 24 hrs. Temperatures are predicted to fall sharply below freezing on the evening of the 14th.
-We are in snow removal operations now. We will continue snow removal tomorrow morning and likely throughout the day on the 14th. There is a slight chance that an ice sheet will form in the early hours of the 15th that will require solar energy to melt.
-Runways are currently closed for snow removal. Runways will likely remain closed on the 14th as snow removal continues. There is a possibility that on the 15th even though runways are relatively clear of snow there may be an ice sheet with other contaminants which could keep the runway closed per FAA requirements. If there is an ice sheet then temperature and sun will be required to open the runway, this would likely happen in the early afternoon on the 15th.
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.
2.13.2025 8:15am local (by: VPW)
Snow Day Update for 13 February
-Forecasts were incorrect and conditions uncertain today. Temperatures are currently just above freezing and runways are currently melting the warm snow as it is falling.
-We are moving slush to allow runways to drain, and will monitor conditions throughout the day.
-Runways are currently open with an RCAM of 2 in thick slush. A closure is still possible during the day of the 13th.
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.
2.7.2025 3:33pm local (by: DVQ)
Runways opened at 2pm
All hangars are available but some west facing rows may have about 2" of snow on the ground
Snow flurries have been on and off this afternoon and field is currently IFR
2.7.2025 11:08am local (by: VPW)
Snow removal operations have resumed, temperatures seem to be rising above freezing. Runway availability should follow within a couple hours if snowfall does not resume.
H row has been identified as a hangar row priority
2.7.2025 8:18am local (by: VPW)
Runways Closed
Right now we have snow over ice creating an RCAM of Zero (0). That creates a mandatory closure until an RCAM value can be reported as something higher which based on our temperatures and overcast layer is unlikely to happen in the morning. Crews have been out there since sunup removing as much snow as possible to help expose the ice. Once we have either sustained temperatures above freezing or good direct sun the ice will melt and then we can raise the RCAM condition. These rule sets are out of our hands and are mandated by the FAA.
2.6.2025 4:05pm local (by: VPW)
Snow Day Forecast for 07 February
-A mixture of snow and rain will fall throughout the evening of the 6th and into the early hours of the 7th. Temperatures will fall to below or very near freezing early on the 7th and remain near freezing through the day with an overcast likely.
-We will monitor conditions throughout the day on the 7th and may need to close the runways if we find ice and other contaminants. Snow clearing operations may begin early on the 7th if there is significant snowfall on top of ice.
-A closure is possible in the first part of the day.
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.
2.5.2025 4:14pm local (by: VPW)
Snow Day Forecast for 06 February
-Rain and snow expected throughout the day on the 6th with temperatures likely above freezing. Expect wet runways and possibly slush. Temp to drop below freezing with wet runways early on the 7th, this may produce an ice sheet on the morning of the 7th
-We will monitor conditions throughout the day on the 6th and may need to close the runways near the end of the day if slush becomes thick to prevent severe ice forming overnight.
-A closure is possible in the latter part of the day.
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.
