Jetero RC Club Inc - FM 686 — RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Dayton, TX, decoded from the nearest reporting station KIAH, 17.3 nm away — wind, gusts, visibility, and an RC flyability read before you drive to the field.
The club describes a grass flying surface. The runway orientation (16/34) was measured from public aerial imagery and drives the live crosswind meter on this page. The site is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), where eligible members can fly without Remote ID broadcast equipment. Published field hours: The Jetero flying site is open to all members 24/7. 12 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Good flying weather
A manageable breeze for most sport models and trainers; very light foamies may get pushed around.
Based on KIAH, 17.3 nm away — measured at the airport, not the field.
⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions — assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules.
Runway winds & crosswind
Pre-filled with runway 16/34, measured from aerial imagery — adjust it if your club flies different numbers and we'll remember your change on this device.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16FAV | ~660 ft | Grass | 9 kt head | 2 kt right |
| 34 | ~660 ft | Grass | 9 kt tail | 2 kt left |
Runway numbers are magnetic while reported winds are true north — treat components as approximate for RC field use. Are these your club's verified runway numbers? Tell us and we'll show them for every visitor.
Extended forecast
The next 3days from the National Weather Service forecast for this field's location — conditions, temperature, wind, and rain chance.
| Day | Conditions | Hi / Lo °F | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed | Mostly Sunny | 96° / 77° | SW 4 kt | 3% |
| Thu | Mostly Sunny | 96° / 77° | SW 4 kt | 1% |
| Fri | Mostly Sunny | 96° / 77° | SW 4 kt | 0% |
Forecast from the US National Weather Service for this field's location. Temperatures in °F. Not for operational use.
Field information
As published by the club via the AMA Club Finder.
- Address
- 9249 Farm to Market Road 686, Dayton, TX, 77535
- Field hours
- The Jetero flying site is open to all members 24/7
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Control Line, Ducted Fan, Electric, Fixed Wing, Fuel/Gas, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Jets, Park Flyers, Pattern, Pylon Racing, Radio Control, Soaring
- Field features
- Asphalt Pit Area, Grass runways, Clubhouse, Covered Shelter, Electricity/Power, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Gated Entrance, Helicopter Pad, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Restrooms, Night Flying, Park Flyer Area, Privately Owned, Safety Fences, Setup Tables, Spectator Area, Spectators Welcome, Startup Stands, Windsock Poles, Windsocks, Workbenches
- Club website
- www.jeterorcclub.com ↗
Full-scale airports within 30 nm
Know your neighbors: model aircraft must give way to full-scale traffic at all times.
These airports operate around Jetero RC Club Inc - FM 686. Stay at or below your field's agreed altitude, keep a spotter when traffic is around, and follow FAA sUAS rules and AMA safety programming.
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No weather station at this airport — showing the nearest station KIAH, 17.3 nm away.
Wind from the south (170°) at 9 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, a few clouds at 4,500 ft, a few clouds at 25,000 ft, temperature 32°C (90°F), altimeter 29.84 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KIAH 290053Z 17009KT 10SM FEW045 FEW250 32/24 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP102 T03220239
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Live crosswind meter
EstimatedRunway 16/34 against live wind from KIAH.
Wind is 6° off runway 16 — the end with the most headwind right now.
Grass · ~660 ft — orientation estimated from aerial imagery, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Fly here? Get this field verified
Field aerial
2600 ft across · north up
EstimatedRunway 16/34 drawn from measurements on aerial imagery.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Fly here? Get this field verified
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Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 1218
- AMA district
- District 8
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Dayton
- State
- Texas
- ZIP
- 77535
- Coordinates
- 30.0622, -95.0207
- Nearest weather station
- KIAH · 17.3 nm
- Nearest airport
- TS35 · 2.1 nm
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Runway
- 16/34 (est.)
The FAA fixed-site agreement altitude is an agreement value from the FAA/AMA publication — it is not an airspace clearance. Confirm current operating rules with the club and the AMA.
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⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions — assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules. Not for operational use. Always verify with official FAA-approved preflight weather sources before flight.
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