Mid-Carolina Regional Airport (KRUQ) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport in Salisbury, NC, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Mid-Carolina Regional Airport (KRUQ) is a general aviation airport serving pilots in and around Salisbury, NC at 772 ft. KRUQ reports its own METAR — decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 2 runways (02, 20) — longest 5,501 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 KRUQ 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.
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Since the 0035Z (8:35 PM EDT) report — compared automatically against the latest METAR.
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Current pilot readout for KRUQ
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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 KRUQ. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
Current wind is calm — calm wind is not a factor for runway selection, and with no wind there is no head/tail or crosswind component to compute. Live numbers return automatically once a report includes a wind direction.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | 5,501 ft | ASP | — | — |
| 20 | 5,501 ft | ASP | — | — |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 24 h: wind 0→6 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KRUQ weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast — drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Mid-Carolina Regional Airport in Salisbury, NC: 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 KRUQ is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © OpenStreetMap © CARTO
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 KRUQ
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours — via aviationweather.gov.
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GSO UA /OV GSO180025/TM 0105/FL200/TP B738/WX RA/TA 12/TB LGT/RM ZTLFD-31
GSO UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV GSO180025Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0105Reported at 01:05 UTC.FL200Altitude: 20,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.WX RAWeather and flight visibility observed.TA 12Outside air temperature, °C.TB LGTTurbulence: light.RM ZTLFD-31Remarks.Show raw report
SPA UA /OV SPA270010/TM 0104/FL230/TP A320/TB NEG/RM ZTLFD-31
SPA UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV SPA270010Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0104Reported at 01:04 UTC.FL230Altitude: 23,000 ft MSL.TP A320Aircraft type reporting.TB NEGTurbulence: none reported.RM ZTLFD-31Remarks.Show raw report
CHS UA /OV CHS360080/TM 0104/FL170/TP GLEX/SK IMC/TB CONS LGT OCNL MOD/IC NEG
CHS UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CHS360080Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0104Reported at 01:04 UTC.FL170Altitude: 17,000 ft MSL.TP GLEXAircraft type reporting.SK IMCSky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.TB CONS LGT OCNL MODTurbulence: continuous light occasional moderate.IC NEGIcing: none reported.Show raw report
GSO UA /OV GSO170005/TM 0059/FL300/TP B39M/TB NEG/RM ZTLFD-33
GSO UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV GSO170005Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0059Reported at 00:59 UTC.FL300Altitude: 30,000 ft MSL.TP B39MAircraft type reporting.TB NEGTurbulence: none reported.RM ZTLFD-33Remarks.Show raw report
SPA UA /OV SPA240010/TM 0058/FL370/TP A20N/TB NEG/RM ZTLFD-28
SPA UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV SPA240010Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0058Reported at 00:58 UTC.FL370Altitude: 37,000 ft MSL.TP A20NAircraft type reporting.TB NEGTurbulence: none reported.RM ZTLFD-28Remarks.Show raw report
CAE UA /OV CAE045030/TM 0044/FL130/TP PC12/TB OCNL LGT
CAE UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CAE045030Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0044Reported at 00:44 UTC.FL130Altitude: 13,000 ft MSL.TP PC12Aircraft type reporting.TB OCNL LGTTurbulence: occasional light.Show raw report
SPA UUA /OV SPA/TM 0026/FL400/TP LJ60/TB SEV/RM NO DAMAGE NO INJURIES ZTLFD-28
SPA UUAHeader — reporting station and UUA: an URGENT pilot report (severe conditions, wind shear, or similar).OV SPALocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0026Reported at 00:26 UTC.FL400Altitude: 40,000 ft MSL.TP LJ60Aircraft type reporting.TB SEVTurbulence: severe.RM NO DAMAGE NO INJURIES ZTL…Remarks.Show raw report
CLT UA /OV CLT220015/TM 0010/FL090/TP A21N/TB MOD/RM ZTLFD-31
CLT UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CLT220015Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0010Reported at 00:10 UTC.FL090Altitude: 9,000 ft MSL.TP A21NAircraft type reporting.TB MODTurbulence: moderate.RM ZTLFD-31Remarks.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use — conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KRUQ
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KRUQ reported mostly VFR across 71 observations, with 12 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 19 kt, the lowest ceiling was 4,700 ft. Wind most often came from the SW.
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
- 20
- 67%
- 02
- 33%
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- General aviation airport
- ICAO
- KRUQ
- IATA
- SRW
- FAA LID
- RUQ
- City
- Salisbury
- State
- North Carolina
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 772 ft
- Coordinates
- 35.6459, -80.5203
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 5,501 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Nearest KCLT
- AWOS/ASOS
- 118.175 MHz
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Next sunset
- 23h 18m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
8 airports+2 more within 25 NM
25–50 NM
8 airports+2 more within 50 NM
50–100 NM
8 airports+2 more within 100 NM
RC flying fields nearby
AMA model-aircraft club fields around this airport — live wind, crosswind & flyability on each page.
- Rowan Aero Modelers Inc 4 — Salibury, NC · 9 mi
- Yardbirds RC Aircraft-Strider Circle — Kannapolis, NC · 11 mi
- RC Wingers - Patterson Farm Rd — Mooresville, NC · 16 mi
Historical Flying Weather
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KRUQ reported VFR conditions during about 81.3% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 284 VFR flying days a year. June had the most VFR weather; September had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 3.5 kt, calm 39.3% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76.6 | 9.3 | 6.0 | 8.1 |
| Feb | 79.0 | 8.4 | 6.5 | 6.1 |
| Mar | 82.1 | 8.1 | 5.4 | 4.4 |
| Apr | 84.0 | 8.7 | 4.5 | 2.8 |
| May | 80.0 | 11.3 | 6.1 | 2.5 |
| Jun | 84.2 | 9.9 | 4.3 | 1.7 |
| Jul | 81.6 | 11.8 | 4.6 | 2.0 |
| Aug | 76.2 | 14.7 | 6.2 | 3.0 |
| Sep | 72.9 | 15.2 | 7.5 | 4.5 |
| Oct | 78.1 | 11.8 | 6.6 | 3.6 |
| Nov | 80.9 | 10.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
| Dec | 73.3 | 11.6 | 6.3 | 8.9 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 3.8 kt |
| Feb | 4.3 kt |
| Mar | 4.8 kt |
| Apr | 4.8 kt |
| May | 3.9 kt |
| Jun | 3.1 kt |
| Jul | 2.8 kt |
| Aug | 2.4 kt |
| Sep | 2.8 kt |
| Oct | 3.0 kt |
| Nov | 3.1 kt |
| Dec | 3.2 kt |
Historical summary of past observations — not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KRUQ airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport in Salisbury, NC shows the runway and taxiway layout across 2 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions — review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2608 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KRUQ weather — frequently asked
What runways are available at KRUQ?+
KRUQ has 2 runways — 02, 20; the longest is 5,501 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KRUQ report its own weather?+
Yes — Mid-Carolina Regional Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KRUQ have a TAF?+
No — KRUQ does not publish its own TAF. The nearest TAF station is KCLT, about 33 nm away.
Does KRUQ broadcast D-ATIS?+
No — KRUQ does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KRUQ from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KRUQ airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport (KRUQ) 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 Mid-Carolina Regional Airport (KRUQ)
Community-submittedCommunity-submitted airport notes from pilots about runway conditions, wildlife, FBOs, fuel, turbulence, ramp access, and local tips.
Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Mid-Carolina Regional Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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