Billings Logan International Airport

KBIL / BIL

Billings, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 17:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
17:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
6 kt
180°
9 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBIL 271753Z 18006KT 9SM FEW110 SCT190 27/13 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP130 FU HZ ALQDS T02720128 10272 20200 50002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,652 ft
FEW 11,000 ft AGL
SCT 19,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
11,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
14,652 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,652 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Billings Logan International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 19,000 feet and 9 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 11,000 ft, scattered at 19,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
895 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,652 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,540 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,856 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBIL 271720Z 2718/2818 34008KT P6SM FEW100 BKN200 FM272000 06008KT 6SM FU VCSH FEW080 SCT120 BKN150 FM280600 VRB06KT 6SM FU FEW070 SCT120 BKN150 PROB30 2809/2814 -SHRA BKN070
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 20,000 ft
20:00Z FM272000
+2h
VFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
Smoke
06:00Z FM280600
+12h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
Smoke

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIL
07
25 ✈️
10L ✈️
28R
10R ✈️
28L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
5,501 ft 75 ft ASP 84°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
10,518 ft 150 ft ASP 112°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 10R
3,801 ft 75 ft ASP 112°
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBIL

8,134 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.7%
MVFR
5.2%
IFR
4.6%
LIFR
2.5%

Billings Logan International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 47 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, July, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 47 kt
Calm Winds: 5.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.2%
N
10.6%
S
5.3%
W
14.8%
NE
13.1%
NW
10.7%
SE
2.3%
SW
31.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -21°C to 44°C
-21°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.9%
Fog Frequency: 1.7%

Best Months for VFR

September July June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,134 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Billings Logan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBIL
IATA Code: BIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,652 ft MSL

Location

City: Billings
Country: US
Latitude: 45.807701°
Longitude: -108.542999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,501 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10L/28R
Length: 10,518 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 3,801 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Billings Logan International Airport

Overview

Billings Logan International Airport serves as a key aviation hub in Montana, located at an elevation of 3,652 feet MSL in the city of Billings. The airport features three paved runways, with the longest runway 10L/28R extending 10,518 feet, capable of handling a wide range of aircraft operations. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure make it an important regional transportation facility.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions 87.8% of the time, with minimal periods of reduced visibility. Winds predominantly come from the southwest at an average of 10.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 47 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -21°C to 31°C, which pilots should consider for performance calculations and aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Situated at a moderate elevation of 3,652 feet, the airport presents typical high-altitude considerations for aircraft performance and density altitude effects. The three parallel runways (07/25, 10L/28R, and 10R/28L) offer multiple approach options and wind compatibility, with each runway showing 100% favorable wind alignment. The geographic location suggests potential for mountain wave and thermal activity typical of the Montana terrain.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions across all runways, with average crosswinds between 4.7 and 6.5 knots. Seasonal VFR conditions are most stable during September, January, and November. The extensive 10,518-foot primary runway (10L/28R) provides ample landing and takeoff options for diverse aircraft types, with generally good visibility averaging 9.7 statute miles.

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.