Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

KMTC / MTC

Mount Clemens, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 02:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
02:56Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
30°
4 SM
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMTC 050256Z 03005KT 4SM BR FEW018 SCT090 BKN230 23/21 A2991 RMK AO2A SLP129 60025 T02300212 50008 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 580 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,380 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,580 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,580 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 23,000 feet and 4 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 5 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 4 SM, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 23000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (580 ft)
Pressure Alt
588 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,687 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMTC 041900Z 0419/0601 VRB06KT 8000 -SHRA FEW020 OVC060 QNH2991INS BECMG 0421/0422 VRB06KT 9999 NSW FEW020 BKN030 QNH2991INS BECMG 0510/0511 03009KT 8000 SHRA BKN009 OVC020 QNH2996INS BECMG 0517/0518 05012KT 9999 NSW SCT010 BKN020 QNH2995INS TX28/0422Z TN21/0510Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 0503 NEXT 0611
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:03Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
10:00Z BECMG
+6h
IFR 30° 9 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 900 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTC
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
9,000 ft 150 ft PEM
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMTC

9,174 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.2%
MVFR
19.3%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
3.1%

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 10.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.2%
N
10.3%
S
13.3%
W
17.1%
NE
6.1%
NW
9.7%
SE
9.5%
SW
15.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.5°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.6%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,174 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMTC
IATA Code: MTC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 580 ft MSL

Location

City: Mount Clemens
Country: US
Latitude: 42.613463°
Longitude: -82.836919°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

Overview

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport serves as a critical military aviation facility located in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Situated at 580 feet above mean sea level, the airport primarily supports Air National Guard operations with a substantial 9,000-foot primary runway (01/19). Its strategic location near Detroit provides a key infrastructure point for regional military aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 69.2% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Seasonal temperature variations range dramatically from -20°C to 30°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots, and calm conditions occurring 8.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway (01/19) is equipped with a Pavement Edge Marking (PEM) surface, providing clear operational boundaries for aircraft. Wind data indicates a highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 6.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable flying months based on historical meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages an excellent 9.1 statute miles, with infrequent low-visibility events (below 3SM occurring only 2.5% of observations). Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which manifest in approximately 1.5% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds and substantial runway length provide reliable approach and departure options for most aircraft configurations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.