Abel Ranch Airport

17MT

Kalispell, US

Last Updated
May 14, 22:55Z

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Currently using: KGPI
Weather Source: Glacier Park International Airport (KGPI)
Distance: 13nm / 23km from 17MT

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
22:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
10 kt
250° G15 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KGPI 142255Z 25010G15KT 10SM -RA BKN055 BKN070 13/02 A2993 RMK AO2 RAB44 SLP137 P0000 T01330022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,900 ft
BKN 5,500 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,400 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,900 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Abel Ranch Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 10 knots with gusts to 15 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 11 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 19 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
917 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,900 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,878 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,334 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KGPI 142247Z 1423/1518 16009KT P6SM SCT035 SCT050 BKN070 FM150300 20007KT P6SM VCSH BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
03:00Z FM150300
+4h
VFR 200° 7 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
7MT
12
30 ✈️
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
3,000 ft 60 ft TURF
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
2,600 ft 60 ft TURF
0.0 kt 10.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Abel Ranch Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: 17MT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,900 ft MSL

Location

City: Kalispell
Country: US
Latitude: 48.107101°
Longitude: -114.177002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 2,600 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Abel Ranch Airport

Abel Ranch Airport (17MT) is located in Kalispell, US at an elevation of 2,900 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (12/30, 16/34), with the longest at 3,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Abel Ranch Airport serves Kalispell in US. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (12/30, 16/34) with turf surface. The longest runway measures 3,000 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from 17MT, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.