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Weather Briefing
VFRFort Smith Regional Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 15 knots with gusts to 21 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component (gusting to 11 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,100 ft, scattered at 5,500 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture 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.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
|
5,002 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 21° |
↑ 13.0 kt
•
↔ 7.5 kt
30° angle
|
| 07/25 | 8,000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | 81° |
↓ 11.3 kt
•
↔ 9.8 kt
139° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KFSM
7,246 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Fort Smith Regional Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, February, September.
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Statistics computed from 7,246 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Fort Smith Regional Airport
Overview
Fort Smith Regional Airport serves the Arkansas-Oklahoma border region as a medium-sized airport located at 35.336601, -94.367401. Situated at 469 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Fort Smith metropolitan area and surrounding regions. Its two paved runways support diverse general aviation and commercial operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at KFSM are predominantly favorable, with VFR conditions present 80.4% of the time. The airport experiences mild temperature variations ranging from -10°C to 36°C, with an average of 14.3°C. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at an average of 6.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 20% of the time. September, October, and January represent the most consistent VFR flying months.
Notable Features
The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 01/19 measuring 5,002 feet and Runway 07/25 extending 8,000 feet. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal crosswind challenges averaging 4.7 knots on 01/19 and 3 knots on 07/25. Average visibility consistently exceeds 9.5 statute miles, supporting reliable visual navigation.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect excellent approach conditions with only 4.3% of observations requiring IFR procedures. Low instrument meteorological conditions (LIFR) are rare, occurring in just 2.7% of observations. Fog is minimal, affecting only 2.8% of recorded periods, and visibility drops below 3 statute miles in only 1% of cases. The consistent easterly winds provide predictable approach and departure patterns.
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