Godman Army Air Field

KFTK / FTK

Fort Knox, US

Last Updated
May 14, 22:55Z

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 34 min ago
22:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
4 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFTK 142255Z AUTO 34004KT 10SM CLR 19/02 A3002 RMK AO2 LTG DSNT N SLP167 T01940023 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Godman Army Air Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (756 ft)
Pressure Alt
644 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,305 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KFTK 141900Z 1419/1601 35012G18KT 9999 FEW040 QNH3002INS BECMG 1421/1422 33006KT 9999 SKC QNH3000INS BECMG 1515/1516 17006KT 9999 VCSH BKN040 QNH2995INS BECMG 1520/1521 17006KT 9999 SCT040 QNH2996INS TX21/1421Z TN08/1411Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 1421 NEXT 1511
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FTK
05
23
09
27
15
33 ✈️
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 1,900 ft 90 ft ASP 46°
1.6 kt 3.7 kt
66° angle
09/27 4,999 ft 150 ft PEM 96°
1.8 kt 3.6 kt
116° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
5,253 ft 75 ft ASP 148°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
18/36 5,185 ft 150 ft ASP 176°
3.8 kt 1.1 kt
164° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KFTK

7,560 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.2%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
3.8%

Godman Army Air Field typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 17.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.7%
NE
6.7%
E
6.2%
SE
2.7%
S
21.6%
SW
11.5%
W
17.5%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -17°C to 32°C
-17°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.6%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

May April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,560 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Godman Army Air Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KFTK
IATA Code: FTK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 756 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Knox
Country: US
Latitude: 37.907101°
Longitude: -85.972099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 1,900 ft
Width: 90 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,999 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 5,253 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 5,185 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Godman Army Air Field

Godman Army 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

Godman Army Air Field serves the Fort Knox military installation in Kentucky, positioned at an elevation of 756 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 37.907101, -85.972099, the airport is a medium-sized facility with four runways serving military and potentially authorized civilian operations. Its strategic location in north-central Kentucky provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Godman AAF demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 62.8% of observations. Pilots can expect prevailing southerly winds averaging 7.5 knots, with temperature ranges from -14°C to 32°C. Seasonal best VFR months include September, October, and January, offering more consistent flying conditions with higher visibility and stable atmospheric parameters.

Notable Features

The airport features four runways with varying lengths and surface compositions: two asphalted (05/23 at 1900ft) and three longer asphalted runways (09/27 at 4999ft, 15/33 at 5253ft, and 18/36 at 5185ft). Wind data indicates a calm condition 20.7% of the time, with maximum recorded winds at 34 knots. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, providing flexible operational capabilities.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider average visibility of 9.2 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring only 1.6% of the time). Crosswind components remain relatively modest, ranging between 4.4 and 5.3 knots across runways. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, as IFR and LIFR conditions collectively represent 15.7% of observations.

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

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.