Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field

KFCS / FCS

Fort Carson, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
10:55Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
3 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFCS 041055Z AUTO 28003KT 10SM FEW037 18/13 A3026 RMK AO2 SLP169 T01780133 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,838 ft
FEW 3,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,538 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
830 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,838 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,486 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,247 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
FCS
13
31 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
 4,573 ft 75 ft ASP 137°
↑ 2.6 kt • ↔ 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging
Airport Operations & AIP Data

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Weather Statistics - KFCS

8,237 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.2%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
3.8%

Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 60 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, July, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 60 kt
Calm Winds: 9%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.9%
N
25.1%
S
16.6%
W
8.4%
NE
5.4%
NW
10%
SE
11%
SW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.7°C
Range: -22°C to 38°C
-22°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.6%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September July February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,237 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFCS
IATA Code: FCS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,838 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Carson
Country: US
Latitude: 38.678398°
Longitude: -104.757004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,573 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
280°@3kt
Density Alt
5838ft, 18°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field

Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Butts AAF (Fort Carson) Air Field serves military aviation operations in Colorado Springs, situated at an elevation of 5,838 feet MSL. Located at Fort Carson military installation, the airport provides critical infrastructure for military training and operational support in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 88.1% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -17°C to 30°C, with an average temperature of 8.5°C, presenting potential performance considerations for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 4,573 feet with an asphalted surface. The field is characterized by northern prevailing winds averaging 7.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 60 knots and calm conditions occurring 9.6% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 5.1 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots approaching or departing the airfield.

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.

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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.