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VFRNorth Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 5 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
|
8,000 ft | 150 ft | CON | 126° |
↑ 4.7 kt
•
↔ 1.7 kt
20° angle
|
| 17/35 | 4,436 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 181° |
↓ 3.8 kt
•
↔ 3.3 kt
139° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KLBF
6,508 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -24°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, February, January.
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Statistics computed from 6,508 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field
Overview
North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field serves central Nebraska as a medium-sized airport located in the western part of the state. Situated at 2,777 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports diverse flight operations in this part of the Great Plains region.
Flying Conditions
Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 78.8% of recorded periods supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences significant temperature variations from -19°C to 34°C, and prevailing northwest winds averaging 8 knots with occasional gusts up to 41 knots. January, September, and November demonstrate the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: Runway 12/30 is a longer concrete surface at 8,000 feet, while Runway 17/35 is a 4,436-foot asphalt runway. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions (3.9 knots for 12/30 and 4.6 knots for 17/35). The geographic location provides relatively stable approach environments with consistent visibility averaging 9.4 statute miles.
Approach Considerations
Pilots should anticipate northwest wind patterns when planning approaches, with an 18.5% chance of calm wind conditions. The long concrete Runway 12/30 offers preferred landing options, particularly during higher wind scenarios. Visibility challenges are minimal, with only 2.2% of observations showing less than 3 statute miles of visibility and 2.7% reporting fog conditions.
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