Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport

KBDR / BDR

Bridgeport, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 14:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 47 min ago
14:52Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
7 kt
200°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBDR 101452Z 20007KT 10SM FEW100 22/17 A2994 RMK AO2 SLP138 T02220167 58011 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,009 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 7 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 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: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9 ft)
Pressure Alt
-14 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 828 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBDR 101433Z 1015/1112 20008KT P6SM VCSH FEW080 BKN100 FM101800 18010KT P6SM BKN035 BKN100 PROB30 1018/1024 6SM -SHRA BKN025 FM110000 21010KT P6SM VCSH SCT009 BKN015 PROB30 1100/1106 4SM -SHRA BKN009 FM110600 21010KT P6SM FEW004 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
18:00Z FM101800
+3h
VFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
18:00Z PROB30
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
00:00Z FM110000
+9h
MVFR 210° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BDR
06
24 ✈️
11
29
17
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
4,677 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
11/29 4,761 ft 150 ft ASP 98°
1.5 kt 6.8 kt
102° angle
17/35 3,200 ft 150 ft ASP 162°
5.5 kt 4.3 kt
38° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBDR

7,341 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.1%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
3.3%

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.5%
N
14%
S
9.2%
W
16.8%
NE
8.8%
NW
11.2%
SE
2.9%
SW
16.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.2°C
Range: -17°C to 33°C
-17°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.5%
Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.1 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,341 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBDR
IATA Code: BDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9 ft MSL

Location

City: Bridgeport
Country: US
Latitude: 41.163502°
Longitude: -73.126198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,677 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 4,761 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 3,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport

Overview

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport serves the Bridgeport, Connecticut region as a medium-sized airport situated at 9 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 41.163502, -73.126198, the airport offers three paved runways supporting various aviation operations. Its strategic location provides critical general aviation and regional transportation infrastructure for southwestern Connecticut.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 78.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the west at an average of 8.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 28°C, with September through November presenting the most consistent VFR weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with lengths ranging from 3,200 to 4,761 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively modest average crosswind components between 4.9 and 6.3 knots. Low elevation at 9 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain-related approach challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection can be confidently determined by prevailing westerly winds, with Runway 06/24 and 11/29 offering longer operational surfaces. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 2.9% of observations with fog conditions, particularly during transitional seasons.

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.