Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field

KTBN / TBN

Fort Leonard Wood, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 18:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
10 kt
190°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KTBN 101855Z AUTO 19010KT 10SM FEW036 FEW043 SCT190 31/23 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP090 T03070231

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,159 ft
FEW 3,600 ft AGL
FEW 4,300 ft AGL
SCT 19,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,759 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,459 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
19,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,159 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 19,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 10 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,600 ft, few at 4,300 ft, scattered at 19,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,159 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,257 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,455 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KTBN 101300Z 1013/1119 20012G20KT 9999 SCT030 BKN130 QNH2982INS BECMG 1021/1022 20009KT 9999 FEW030 SCT130 QNH2984INS BECMG 1114/1115 23015G25KT 9999 FEW250 QNH3000INS TX32/1022Z TN25/1113Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 13,000 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 200° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBN
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
6,038 ft 150 ft ASP 140°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KTBN

7,826 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
75.3%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
3.3%

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field typically experiences VFR conditions 75.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, February, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 12.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.6%
NE
5.8%
E
6.9%
SE
14.4%
S
20.5%
SW
8.5%
W
9.2%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.1°C
Range: -19°C to 35°C
-19°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 9.5 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.7%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

June February April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,826 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KTBN
IATA Code: TBN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,159 ft MSL

Location

City: Fort Leonard Wood
Country: US
Latitude: 37.741600°
Longitude: -92.140701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,038 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field

Overview

Waynesville-St. Robert Regional Airport-Forney Field serves the Fort Leonard Wood area in Missouri, providing critical aviation infrastructure for military and civilian operations. Located at an elevation of 1,159 feet MSL, the airport offers a substantial 6,038-foot asphalt runway capable of supporting a wide range of aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KTBN demonstrate consistent VFR flying opportunities, with 72.4% of observations reporting favorable visual flight rules. Pilots can expect prevailing winds from the south at an average of 6.7 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 24 knots. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 35°C suggest significant seasonal variation, with October, January, and September offering the most stable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's location near Fort Leonard Wood influences its operational profile, potentially involving military training and support missions. The single runway (14/32) is oriented to accommodate the prevailing southerly winds, with wind conditions favorable 100% of the time and an average crosswind of just 3.5 knots. Low visibility and fog are infrequent, occurring in only 1.3% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32's substantial 6,038-foot length provides flexibility for most aircraft types, with consistent wind alignment from the south. Pilots should anticipate generally good visibility averaging 9.4 statute miles, with only 1% of observations showing visibility below 3 statute miles. The calm wind percentage of 16.1% suggests occasional stable air conditions that can simplify landing procedures.

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.