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FAA NAS Status for KALO
FAA NAS Status is reporting an airport closure event for Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO).
Updated Sep 2, 2026 · 1509Z (10:09 AM CDT) · Source: FAA NAS Status
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Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Waterloo Regional Airport in Waterloo, IA, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO) is a regional airport serving Waterloo, IA at 873 ft. KALO reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF, decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 6 runways (06, 12, 18, 24), longest 8,399 ft, are checked against the current wind in the crosswind table below. The official FAA airport diagram is at the bottom of the page. Track KALO in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message when a new METAR changes the picture: flight category, wind, or ceiling past your selected minimums.
Wind from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 24°C (76°F), altimeter 29.95 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KALO 122154Z 30010KT 10SM CLR 24/11 A2995 RMK AO2 SLP136 T02440111
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Since the 2054Z (3:54 PM CDT) report, compared automatically against the latest METAR.
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Current pilot readout for KALO
KALO is currently VFR with winds from 300° at 10 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and no ceiling reported. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 18, about 9 knots. Density altitude is approximately 2,150 ft (field elevation 873 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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Runway wind check
Estimated head/tailwind and crosswind for each runway end from the current reported wind.
Use this section to quickly compare current wind alignment across available runways at KALO. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30FAV | 8,399 ft | ASP | 10 kt head | 1 kt left |
| 36 | 6,003 ft | ASP | 4 kt head | 9 kt left |
| 18 | 6,003 ft | ASP | 4 kt tail | 9 kt right |
| 12 | 8,399 ft | ASP | 10 kt tail | 1 kt right |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 10→10 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KALO weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast. Drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Waterloo Regional Airport in Waterloo, IA: the NOAA/NWS NEXRAD composite updates about every five minutes, with NOAA lightning strike density overlaid. The loop plays the past 50 minutes, then continues into a future-radar forecast (+1 to +4 hours, NOAA HRRR model) so you can see where precipitation around KALO is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © Stadia Maps © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap
Forecast frames (amber label) are HRRR model guidance, not observed radar. Lightning strike density appears as a blue-white glow when strikes are detected in view. Radar and lightning coverage are limited in parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore areas. Not for navigation.
Pilot reports (PIREPs) within 100 NM of KALO
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours, via aviationweather.gov.
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MSN UA /OV MSN270050/TM 2224/FL360/TP B738/TB INTMT MOD CHOP
MSN UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV MSN270050Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2224Reported at 22:24 UTC.FL360Altitude: 36,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB INTMT MOD CHOPTurbulence: intermittent moderate chop.Show raw report
MLI UA /OV MZV010020/TM 2203/FL280/TP E75L/TB CONS LGT CHOP
MLI UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV MZV010020Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2203Reported at 22:03 UTC.FL280Altitude: 28,000 ft MSL.TP E75LAircraft type reporting.TB CONS LGT CHOPTurbulence: continuous light chop.Show raw report
ALO UA /OV ALO180045/TM 2155/FL370/TP B763/TB OCNL MOD CHOP
ALO UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV ALO180045Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2155Reported at 21:55 UTC.FL370Altitude: 37,000 ft MSL.TP B763Aircraft type reporting.TB OCNL MOD CHOPTurbulence: occasional moderate chop.Show raw report
DEH UA /OV UKN/TM 2139/FL390/TP B752/TB CONS MOD CHOP
DEH UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV UKNLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2139Reported at 21:39 UTC.FL390Altitude: 39,000 ft MSL.TP B752Aircraft type reporting.TB CONS MOD CHOPTurbulence: continuous moderate chop.Show raw report
ARP UAL336 4214N 09215W 2126 F370 MS53 TB MODERATE SK CLEAR IC NONE
ARP UAL336 4214N 09215W 2126…Header: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.Show raw report
ARP UAL274 4200N 09400W 2123 F370 286/058KT TB MOD TURB IC
ARP UAL274 4200N 09400W 2123…Header: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.Show raw report
DBQ UA /OV DBQ220020/TM 2105/FL400/TP B752/TB CONS LGT CHOP OCNL MOD CHOP
DBQ UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV DBQ220020Location: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2105Reported at 21:05 UTC.FL400Altitude: 40,000 ft MSL.TP B752Aircraft type reporting.TB CONS LGT CHOP OCNL MOD CH…Turbulence: continuous light chop occasional moderate chop.Show raw report
DSM UA /OV DSM/TM 2100/FL400/TP E550/TB NEG
DSM UAHeader: reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV DSMLocation: fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2100Reported at 21:00 UTC.FL400Altitude: 40,000 ft MSL.TP E550Aircraft type reporting.TB NEGTurbulence: none reported.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use: conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KALO
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KALO reported mostly VFR across 26 observations, with 2 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 24 kt, the lowest ceiling was 1,200 ft. Wind most often came from the S.
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
- 12
- 36%
- 18
- 30%
- 30
- 26%
- 36
- 8%
TAF | Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 1720Z (12:20 PM CDT)
TAF KALO 121720Z 1218/1318 35012G20KT P6SM FEW200 FM122300 36005KT P6SM FEW240 FM131400 04006KT P6SM OVC250
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FAA Delay Status
FAA NAS Status for KALO
FAA NAS Status is reporting an airport closure event for Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO).
Updated Sep 2, 2026 · 1509Z (10:09 AM CDT) · Source: FAA NAS Status
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KALO
- IATA
- ALO
- FAA LID
- ALO
- City
- Waterloo
- State
- Iowa
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 873 ft
- Coordinates
- 42.5571, -92.4003
- Runways
- 6
- Longest runway
- 8,399 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 120.65 MHz
- CTAF
- 118.1 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Sunset in
- 1h 56m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
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25–50 NM
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50–100 NM
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Historical Flying Weather at KALO
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KALO reported VFR conditions during about 78.1% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 252 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; December had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 8.2 kt, calm 10.9% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60.8 | 21.8 | 10.8 | 6.7 |
| Feb | 71.0 | 17.1 | 7.7 | 4.1 |
| Mar | 72.5 | 17.0 | 7.2 | 3.4 |
| Apr | 77.7 | 15.3 | 5.5 | 1.5 |
| May | 81.9 | 12.8 | 4.1 | 1.1 |
| Jun | 88.1 | 8.1 | 2.8 | 1.1 |
| Jul | 90.0 | 7.0 | 2.0 | 0.9 |
| Aug | 88.1 | 7.7 | 2.6 | 1.6 |
| Sep | 87.1 | 8.1 | 3.4 | 1.4 |
| Oct | 81.9 | 12.3 | 4.4 | 1.5 |
| Nov | 73.2 | 17.0 | 6.9 | 2.9 |
| Dec | 59.3 | 21.9 | 11.8 | 7.0 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 8.8 kt |
| Feb | 9.0 kt |
| Mar | 9.5 kt |
| Apr | 10.4 kt |
| May | 8.7 kt |
| Jun | 7.4 kt |
| Jul | 6.2 kt |
| Aug | 6.0 kt |
| Sep | 6.9 kt |
| Oct | 8.1 kt |
| Nov | 8.8 kt |
| Dec | 8.6 kt |
Historical summary of past observations: not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KALO airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Waterloo Regional Airport in Waterloo, IA shows the runway and taxiway layout across 6 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions. Review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2610 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KALO weather: frequently asked
What runways are available at KALO?+
KALO has 6 runways: 06, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36; the longest is 8,399 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KALO report its own weather?+
Yes. Waterloo Regional Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KALO have a TAF?+
Yes. The TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KALO broadcast D-ATIS?+
No. KALO does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KALO from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KALO airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO) is shown on this page. It maps the runway and taxiway layout, ramps, and hold-short lines. Tap it to zoom, or download the official FAA PDF free from the link under the diagram (updated every 28-day FAA charting cycle).
Pilot PIREPs for Waterloo Regional Airport (KALO)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Waterloo Regional Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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