Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

KMTC / MTC

Mount Clemens, US

Last Updated
Jul 27, 12:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
12:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
7 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
18,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMTC 271256Z 22007KT 10SM SCT035 OVC180 26/21 A2980 RMK AO2A SLP091 T02570213 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 580 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
OVC 18,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,080 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,580 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 18,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 7 knots. Runway 19 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 18000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Thunderstorm RAGR, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGR. Winds are forecast to reach up to 40 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 40 knots. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGR between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (580 ft)
Pressure Alt
708 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,167 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMTC 271100Z 2711/2817 VRB06KT 9999 OVC070 QNH2980INS BECMG 2717/2718 26030G40KT 4800 TSRAGR SCT020 BKN030CB QNH2960INS TEMPO 2718/2722 26040G50KT 1600 +TSRAGR BKN020CB BECMG 2722/2723 VRB06KT 9999 NSW BKN040 OVC080 QNH2960INS TX31/2721Z TN21/2711Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+4h
IFR 260° 30 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm RAGR
18:00Z TEMPO
+5h
LIFR 260° 40 kt
Visibility: 1.6 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm RAGR
22:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTC
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
9,000 ft 150 ft PEM
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMTC

9,780 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.5%
MVFR
18.7%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
3.3%

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 10.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
10.9%
S
12.9%
W
16.8%
NE
6.3%
NW
9.8%
SE
9.3%
SW
15.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.6°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.8%
Fog Frequency: 3.6%

Best Months for VFR

June September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,780 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMTC
IATA Code: MTC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 580 ft MSL

Location

City: Mount Clemens
Country: US
Latitude: 42.613463°
Longitude: -82.836919°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

Overview

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport serves as a critical military aviation facility located in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Situated at 580 feet above mean sea level, the airport primarily supports Air National Guard operations with a substantial 9,000-foot primary runway (01/19). Its strategic location near Detroit provides a key infrastructure point for regional military aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 69.2% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Seasonal temperature variations range dramatically from -20°C to 30°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots, and calm conditions occurring 8.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway (01/19) is equipped with a Pavement Edge Marking (PEM) surface, providing clear operational boundaries for aircraft. Wind data indicates a highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 6.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable flying months based on historical meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages an excellent 9.1 statute miles, with infrequent low-visibility events (below 3SM occurring only 2.5% of observations). Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which manifest in approximately 1.5% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds and substantial runway length provide reliable approach and departure options for most aircraft configurations.

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
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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.