Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

KBGM / BGM

Binghamton, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
20:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
3 kt
340°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGM 042053Z AUTO 34003KT 10SM CLR 07/01 A3019 RMK AO2 SLP237 T00720006 55010
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
967 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,636 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,374 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 807 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBGM 041818Z 0418/0518 VRB04KT P6SM FEW020 FM050300 13003KT 1 1/2SM BR SCT005 BKN020 FM051200 09004KT 2SM -RA BR OVC005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM050300
+6h
IFR 130° 3 kt
Visibility: 1/2SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGM
10
28
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 5,002 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
0.9 kt 2.9 kt
107° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
7,100 ft 150 ft ASP 148°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBGM

6,112 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.5%
MVFR
32.9%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
6.4%

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 17.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 7.1% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
9%
NE
4%
E
3.9%
SE
7.5%
S
15.2%
SW
11.8%
W
21.1%
NW
22.3%

Temperature Range

Average: -0.1°C
Range: -21°C to 26°C
-21°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 7.1%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,112 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGM
IATA Code: BGM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,636 ft MSL

Location

City: Binghamton
Country: US
Latitude: 42.208698°
Longitude: -75.979797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

Overview

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field serves the Southern Tier region of New York State as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 1,636 feet MSL. Positioned near Binghamton, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGM demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 53.1% of observations. Pilots can expect challenging conditions during winter and early spring, with temperature ranges from -18°C to 26°C and potential reduced visibility, as evidenced by 6.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 10/28 at 5,002 feet and Runway 16/34 at 7,100 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 8.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots characterize the local wind environment, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.7 knots for 10/28 and 5.2 knots for 16/34. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, presenting optimal periods for general aviation operations at Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field.

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.