Runway 7L/25R at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) in Los Angeles is a 12,894 ft, lighted, concrete runway oriented 083°/263°. The runway is 150 ft wide, with a 830 ft displaced threshold on the 7L end.
Runway 7L/25R at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) in Los Angeles is a 12,894 ft, lighted, concrete runway oriented 083°/263°. The runway is 150 ft wide, with a 830 ft displaced threshold on the 7L end.
SkyMeter has observed very few flights using Runway 7L in the last 30 days. Statistical breakdowns (go-around rate, crosswind averages) need more observations to be meaningful.
Over the past 365 days, winds at KLAX have prevailed from the west-southwest (240°), accounting for roughly 46% of windy observations. Average wind speed sits at 6.0 kt with peak gusts to 35 kt. Strong-wind days are infrequent here.
Aircraft approach runways using different procedures based on weather conditions, visibility, and available navigation equipment. An Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach provides precision horizontal and vertical guidance using ground-based radio signals, enabling aircraft to land in low visibility conditions. Visual approaches require pilots to maintain visual contact with the runway and surrounding terrain, typically used during clear weather. Area Navigation (RNAV) approaches use GPS technology to guide aircraft along specific flight paths.
Category (CAT) classifications define minimum visibility and decision height requirements for instrument approaches. Higher categories enable operations in lower visibility conditions.
Wind conditions directly impact runway operations, influencing approach difficulty, landing performance, and runway selection. Runway 7L benefits from favorable wind alignment, with prevailing winds creating minimal crosswind components for most operations. Average wind speeds of 12 knots pose no operational constraints for commercial aircraft.
Wind patterns show typical diurnal variation with stronger winds during midday hours.