R/C Barnstormers - Hillsdale Reservoir | RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Hillsdale, KS, decoded from the nearest reporting station KIXD, 11.1 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 (07/25) 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. 12 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Poor RC flying conditions
Most clubs stand down in this weather. High winds or active weather make control and landings risky.
🌙 It's dark at the field right now. Sunrise 7:44 AM CDT.
Why Poor: gusting 20 kt.
Based on KIXD, 11.1 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 07/25, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25FAV | ~665 ft | Grass | 2 mph head | 14 mph left (g23) |
| 07 | ~665 ft | Grass | 2 mph tail | 14 mph right (g23) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | Sunny | 79° / 59° | S 3 mph | 13% |
| Fri | Chance Rain Showers | 76° / 57° | SE 6 mph | 53% |
| Sat | Chance Rain Showers | 69° / 54° | SE 5 mph | 47% |
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
- Hillsdale Reservoir, Hillsdale, KS, 66036
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Ducted Fan, Electric, Fixed Wing, Free Flight, Fuel/Gas, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Jets, Park Flyers, Pattern, Pylon Racing, Radio Control, Soaring, Multi-Rotor
- Field features
- Grass runways, Grass Pit Area, Battery Chargers, Covered Shelter, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Gated Entrance, Handicap Accessible, Park Flyer Area, Porta-Pots, Safety Fences, Setup Tables, Spectator Area, Spectators Welcome, Startup Stands, Windsocks, Windsock Poles, Workbenches
- Club website
- www.barnstormers.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 R/C Barnstormers - Hillsdale Reservoir. 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 KIXD, 11.1 nm away.
Wind from the south (170°) at 12 kt, gusting 20 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 22°C (71°F), altimeter 30.03 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KIXD 282353Z 17012G20KT 10SM CLR 22/12 A3003 RMK AO2 SLP160 T02170122 10261 20217 55000
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Live crosswind meter
EstimatedRunway 07/25 against live wind from KIXD.
Wind is 80° off runway 25, the end with the most headwind right now.
Grass · ~665 ft, orientation estimated from aerial imagery, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Fly here? Get this field verified
Field aerial
1600 ft across · north up
EstimatedRunway 07/25 drawn from measurements on aerial imagery.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Fly here? Get this field verified
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Forecasts are for this field; live conditions come from KIXD, the nearest reporting station.
Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 1725
- AMA district
- District 9
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Hillsdale
- State
- Kansas
- ZIP
- 66036
- Coordinates
- 38.6457, -94.9078
- Nearest weather station
- KIXD · 11.1 nm
- Nearest airport
- 00KS · 5 nm
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Runway
- 07/25 (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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