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) is confirmed by the club 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.
🌙 It's dark at the field right now. Sunrise 7:32 AM CDT.
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, confirmed by the club. Adjust it if you fly different numbers and we'll remember your change on this device.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16FAV | ~660 ft | Grass | 7 mph head | 6 mph left |
| 34 | ~660 ft | Grass | 7 mph tail | 6 mph right |
Runway numbers are magnetic while reported winds are true north. Treat components as approximate for RC field use. This field's runway is club-verified, so the live crosswind meter above computes off the confirmed orientation.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | Mostly Sunny | 82° / 61° | E 5 mph | 3% |
| Fri | Mostly Cloudy | 80° / 64° | E 5 mph | 7% |
| Sat | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 81° / 64° | E 5 mph | 55% |
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.
No weather station at this airport: showing the nearest station KIAH, 17.3 nm away.
Wind from the east-southeast (120°) at 8 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, a few clouds at 6,000 ft, scattered clouds at 12,000 ft, broken clouds at 25,000 ft, temperature 24°C (75°F), altimeter 30.11 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR), ceiling 25,000 ft.
METAR KIAH 282353Z 12008KT 10SM FEW060 SCT120 BKN250 24/17 A3011 RMK AO2 SLP195 T02390172 10283 20239 53001
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Live crosswind meter
VerifiedRunway 16/34 against live wind from KIAH.
Wind is 44° off runway 16, the end with the most headwind right now.
Grass · ~660 ft, orientation club-verified, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Report a correction
Field aerial
2600 ft across · north up
VerifiedRunway 16/34 confirmed by the club.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Report a correction
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Forecasts are for this field; live conditions come from KIAH, the nearest reporting station.
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 ✓ verified
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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