Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field

KTBN / TBN

Fort Leonard Wood, US

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:39Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
19:39Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
7 kt
280°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KTBN 041939Z 28007KT 10SM FEW039 33/24 A3000 RMK LTG DSNT W-NE AND S SLP148 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,159 ft
FEW 3,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,059 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,900 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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
977 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,159 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,077 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,515 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.3°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBN
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
6,038 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
5.4 kt 4.5 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 - KTBN

8,497 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.8%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
7%
LIFR
3.1%

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field typically experiences VFR conditions 75.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 13% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, February, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 13%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.8%
N
10.4%
S
21.3%
W
8.9%
NE
5.5%
NW
11%
SE
14.4%
SW
8.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -19°C to 35°C
-19°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

July February June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 8,497 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTBN
IATA Code: TBN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,159 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Leonard Wood
Country: US
Latitude: 37.741600°
Longitude: -92.140701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,038 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field

Overview

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field serves the Fort Leonard Wood area in Missouri, providing critical aviation infrastructure for military and civilian operations. Located at an elevation of 1,159 feet MSL, the airport offers a substantial 6,038-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting a wide range of aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KTBN demonstrate consistent VFR flying opportunities, with 72.4% of observations reporting favorable visual flight rules. Pilots can expect prevailing winds from the south at an average of 6.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 35°C suggest significant seasonal variation, with October, January, and September offering the most stable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's location near Fort Leonard Wood influences its operational profile, potentially involving military training and support missions. The single runway (14/32) is oriented to accommodate the prevailing southerly winds, with wind conditions favorable 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.5 knots. Low visibility and fog are infrequent, occurring in only 1.3% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's substantial 6,038-foot length provides flexibility for most aircraft types, with consistent wind alignment from the south. Pilots should anticipate generally good visibility averaging 9.4 statute miles, with only 1% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles. The calm wind percentage of 16.1% suggests occasional stable air conditions that can simplify landing procedures.

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.