Bradford Regional Airport

KBFD / BFD

Bradford, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
22:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
5 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBFD 042253Z AUTO 15005KT 10SM CLR 09/04 A3017 RMK AO2 SLP227 T00890039
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
951 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,143 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,881 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,675 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBFD 041722Z 0418/0518 10003KT P6SM SKC FM042200 16003KT P6SM OVC015 FM050300 VRB02KT 4SM BR OVC005 FM050500 12002KT 1/2SM FG OVC003 FM050800 10002KT 1/2SM -RA FG OVC002 FM051400 11006KT 1 1/2SM -RA BR OVC003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+4h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist
05:00Z FM050500
+6h
LIFR 120° 2 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Fog
08:00Z FM050800
+9h
LIFR 100° 2 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 200 ft
Light Rain, Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BFD
05
23
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 43°
1.5 kt 4.8 kt
107° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
6,309 ft 150 ft ASP 133°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBFD

6,845 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
39%
MVFR
38.2%
IFR
16.7%
LIFR
6.1%

Bradford Regional Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 39% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 10.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 16.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.3%
NE
1.4%
E
2.5%
SE
11.6%
S
6.7%
SW
12.9%
W
32%
NW
13.6%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.6°C
Range: -28°C to 26°C
-28°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 7.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 10.1%
Fog Frequency: 5.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,845 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bradford Regional Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBFD
IATA Code: BFD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,143 ft MSL

Location

City: Bradford
Country: US
Latitude: 41.803101°
Longitude: -78.640099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 6,309 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bradford Regional Airport

Overview

Bradford Regional Airport serves northwestern Pennsylvania, located in McKean County at an elevation of 2,143 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Bradford regional area, featuring two asphalted runways capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway lengths make it an important transportation hub for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Bradford Regional demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 41.1% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 36.5% of observations. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -24°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 1.6°C. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 8.6 knots, with occasional calm periods occurring 17.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways with excellent wind coverage: Runway 05/23 at 4,500 feet and Runway 14/32 at 6,309 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 5.7 and 5.3 knots respectively. The elevation of 2,143 feet MSL suggests terrain considerations for approach and departure performance calculations.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, with the most consistent weather conditions. Visibility averages 7.9 statute miles, though pilots should be prepared for occasional reduced visibility, with observations showing 9% of reports below 3 miles and 4.6% of reports indicating fog. The substantial runway lengths and multiple runway options provide flexibility for approach and departure planning.

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.