Smyrna Airport

KMQY / MQY

Smyrna, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
09:56Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
0 kt
5 SM
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMQY 040956Z AUTO 00000KT 5SM HZ BKN002 21/ A3010 RMK AO2 SLP197 T0206

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 543 ft
BKN 200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
743 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Smyrna Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 200 feet and 5 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 SM. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Mist, Patches Fog, Mist, Fog, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Fog between 10:00Z and 12:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (543 ft)
Pressure Alt
371 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 501 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMQY 040525Z 0406/0506 17003KT 6SM BR FEW005 SCT120 FM040900 00000KT 3SM BCFG BR FEW005 TEMPO 0410/0412 1/2SM FG OVC003 FM041300 20005KT P6SM SCT050 PROB30 0420/0424 5SM -TSRA BKN035CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 3 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Mist
13:00Z FM041300
+3h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
20:00Z PROB30
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MQY
01
19
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 5,546 ft 100 ft ASP
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
4° angle
14/32 8,036 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMQY

8,173 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.6%
MVFR
15.9%
IFR
7%
LIFR
3.5%

Smyrna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 23.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
3.3%
N
14.2%
S
22.3%
W
5.1%
NE
3.9%
NW
10%
SE
9.6%
SW
7.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.9°C
Range: -14°C to 37°C
-14°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.7%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

July September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,173 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Smyrna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMQY
IATA Code: MQY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 543 ft MSL

Location

City: Smyrna
Country: US
Latitude: 36.008999°
Longitude: -86.520103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,546 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,036 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Smyrna Airport

Overview

Smyrna Airport (KMQY) is a medium-sized airport located near Nashville, Tennessee, serving general aviation and regional transportation needs. Situated at 543 feet above mean sea level with two substantial runways, the airport offers significant operational flexibility for pilots traversing the mid-southern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Smyrna are predominantly VFR, with approximately 72.6% of observations showing favorable flying conditions. Seasonal temperatures range dramatically from -12°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.4°C, requiring pilots to anticipate potential thermal and density altitude variations. Visibility typically remains excellent at 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.9% of observations showing reduced visibility.

Notable Features

Both runways (01/19 and 14/32) are constructed of asphalt and provide substantial length, with Runway 14/32 offering an extended 8,036-foot surface. The airport's location experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 6.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 29.2% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Average crosswind components remain minimal, measuring 3.9 knots for Runway 01/19 and 3.8 knots for Runway 14/32. Pilots should expect generally stable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions throughout the year.

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.