Southwest Georgia Regional Airport

KABY / ABY

Albany, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 09:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
09:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
6 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KABY 050953Z AUTO 14006KT 10SM CLR 17/17 A3018 RMK AO2 SLP218 T01720167
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (197 ft)
Pressure Alt
-66 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 221 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KABY 050520Z 0506/0606 05006KT P6SM SCT060 FM051000 14003KT 5SM BR SCT002 BKN025 TEMPO 0510/0514 2SM BR BKN003 FM051500 17005KT P6SM BKN040 FM051800 18005KT P6SM SCT070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:18Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
15:00Z FM051500
+5h
VFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
18:00Z FM051800
+8h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABY
04
22
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,601 ft 150 ft ASP 42°
0.8 kt 5.9 kt
98° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
5,200 ft 150 ft ASP 162°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KABY

4,940 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73%
MVFR
14.3%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
5.6%

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 30.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
12.2%
E
7.1%
SE
2.8%
S
7.7%
SW
10.9%
W
7.7%
NW
11.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.9°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.3%
Fog Frequency: 4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,940 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KABY
IATA Code: ABY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 197 ft MSL

Location

City: Albany
Country: US
Latitude: 31.532946°
Longitude: -84.196215°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,601 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 5,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Southwest Georgia Regional Airport

Overview

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport serves Albany, Georgia, as a medium-sized airport located in the southwestern part of the state. Situated at 197 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, featuring two paved runways that support various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at this airport, with 74.1% of observations indicating visual flight rules. The wind is typically from the northeast at an average of 6.5 knots, with calm conditions occurring 33.2% of the time. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 36°C, suggesting significant seasonal variation that pilots should prepare for when planning flights.

Notable Features

The airport offers two runways: Runway 04/22 at 6,601 feet and Runway 16/34 at 5,200 feet, both paved with asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind conditions of 3.5 and 4.4 knots respectively. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with occasional reduced visibility during 4.2% of observations related to fog events.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Southwest Georgia Regional Airport. When approaching, pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions during 13.1% of observations (combined MVFR and IFR), with visibility potentially reducing to below 3 miles during 2.3% of recorded periods. Both runways offer consistent wind conditions that support predictable approach and landing strategies.

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
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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.