Offutt Air Force Base

KOFF / OFF

Omaha, US

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:55Z

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
Fresh 17 min ago
07:55Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
0 kt
2 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOFF 050755Z 00000KT 2SM BR FEW250 20/19 A3000 RMK AO2A SLP156 T02010191 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,052 ft
FEW 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,052 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Offutt Air Force Base is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with few clouds at 25,000 feet and 2 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 2 SM. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
981 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,052 ft)
Pressure Alt
970 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,822 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOFF 050200Z 0502/0608 VRB06KT 9999 SCT250 QNH2996INS BECMG 0513/0514 VRB06KT 9999 SCT060 QNH2997INS TX31/0522Z TN0512Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OFF
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 11,700 ft 300 ft Ashphalt 129°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
129° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOFF

8,079 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
3.1%

Offutt Air Force Base typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 15.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.7%
N
12.7%
S
11.1%
W
6.1%
NE
7.8%
NW
14.9%
SE
13.8%
SW
3.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -22°C to 37°C
-22°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.8%
Fog Frequency: 2%

Best Months for VFR

July September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,079 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Offutt Air Force Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOFF
IATA Code: OFF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,052 ft MSL

Location

City: Omaha
Country: US
Latitude: 41.119307°
Longitude: -95.908510°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 11,700 ft
Width: 300 ft
Surface: Ashphalt
ILS: No

About Offutt Air Force Base

Offutt Air Force Base 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

Offutt Air Force Base is a strategic military airfield located in Omaha, Nebraska, serving as a critical installation for the United States Air Force. Situated at an elevation of 1,052 feet MSL, the base supports important military aviation operations with its substantial 11,700-foot runway.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with nearly 74% of observations showing favorable flying weather. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -20°C to 36°C, which can impact aircraft performance. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots and calm conditions occurring 17.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 12/30 is a long asphalt surface offering excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility is typically good, averaging 9.2 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility events, including fog occurring in 3.6% of observations and visibility below 3 miles in 1.3% of reports.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. The runway experiences an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots, providing relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential weather variability, particularly during shoulder seasons when MVFR conditions occur in 14.1% 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.