Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport

KMUI / MUI

Fort Indiantown Gap(Annville), US

Last Updated
May 15, 02:03Z

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
Stale 2 hours ago
02:03Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
5 kt
290°
10 SM
Visibility
9,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMUI 150203Z AUTO 29005KT 10SM FEW027 SCT032 SCT080 OVC095 12/07 A2986 RMK AO2 SLP115

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 488 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
SCT 3,200 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
OVC 9,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,188 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,688 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,488 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,988 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,500 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 2.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 9500 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture 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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (488 ft)
Pressure Alt
556 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 313 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMUI 150300Z 1503/1609 30009KT 9999 BKN020 OVC030 620509 QNH2984INS BECMG 1512/1513 32010G20KT 9999 BKN030 OVC050 620509 QNH2990INS BECMG 1522/1523 VRB06KT 9999 BKN060 QNH2995INS TX21/1520Z TN07/1510Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 1505 NEXT 1511
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MUI
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
3,967 ft 100 ft ASP 59°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMUI

8,410 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.8%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
8.5%

Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Calm conditions occur 32.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 32.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.9%
NE
10.6%
E
8.1%
SE
2.6%
S
4.9%
SW
7.4%
W
18.4%
NW
8.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.6°C
Range: -17°C to 33°C
-17°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

May September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 8,410 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMUI
IATA Code: MUI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 488 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Indiantown Gap(Annville)
Country: US
Latitude: 40.435214°
Longitude: -76.568661°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,967 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport

Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) Airport 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

Muir Army Air Field is located at Fort Indiantown Gap near Annville, Pennsylvania, serving as a medium airport primarily supporting military aviation operations. Situated at an elevation of 488 feet MSL, the airport provides critical infrastructure for training and tactical air mobility in the northeastern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KMUI demonstrate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 67.6% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate temperature variations, ranging from -17°C to 31°C, with an average temperature of 6.9°C. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270°, with an average speed of 7.5 knots and periods of calm occurring 35.8% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 3,967 feet with an asphalt surface. Geographically positioned at coordinates 40.435214, -76.568661, the airport is located in a region with varied terrain typical of central Pennsylvania. Wind data indicates consistent favorable wind alignment for runway 07/25, with an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with fog present in 2.5% of observations, and potential wind variations despite generally mild conditions.

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.