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Weather Briefing
VFRChattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,500 ft, few at 12,000 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Patches Fog, Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 23:00Z and 03:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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| 02/20 | 7,400 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 16° |
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| 15/33 | 5,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 145° |
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Weather Statistics - KCHA
7,992 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, April.
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Statistics computed from 7,992 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) - Airport Information
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About Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)
Overview
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport serves the Tennessee Valley region as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Tennessee. Situated at an elevation of 683 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Chattanooga and surrounding communities. Its two paved runways support diverse general aviation, regional, and commercial operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Chattanooga demonstrate high VFR reliability, with 79.5% of observations reporting favorable visual flying conditions. Seasonal temperature ranges span from -9°C to 32°C, with September through November offering the most consistently stable flying weather. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 6.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 41.1% of the time.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalted runways with substantial length: Runway 02/20 at 7,400 feet and Runway 15/33 at 5,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and minimal average crosswind components (3.6kt and 3.4kt respectively). The airport's moderate elevation and geographic location provide relatively predictable atmospheric conditions for pilots.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions with high visibility averages around 9.3 statute miles. Instrument meteorological conditions are relatively rare, with only 4.6% IFR and 1.7% LIFR observations. Low visibility and fog occur in just 3% of observations, suggesting generally reliable approach and landing conditions throughout the year.
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