Athens Ben Epps Airport

KAHN / AHN

Athens, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:51Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
17:51Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
7 kt
180°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KAHN 041751Z 18007KT 10SM CLR 21/14 A3029 RMK AO2 SLP257 T02110139 10217 20128 58024
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (808 ft)
Pressure Alt
426 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,340 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KAHN 041737Z 0418/0518 20004KT P6SM FEW035 SCT120 FM050900 00000KT 6SM BR SCT010 TEMPO 0510/0514 5SM BR BKN008 FM051500 19004KT P6SM SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AHN
02
20 ✈️
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
4,000 ft 100 ft ASP 21°
6.6 kt 2.4 kt
20° angle
09/27 5,522 ft 100 ft ASP 88°
0.2 kt 7.0 kt
92° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KAHN

6,697 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.1%
MVFR
14.1%
IFR
8.3%
LIFR
7.4%

Athens Ben Epps Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 33.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 33.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3%
NE
8.1%
E
18.1%
SE
1.7%
S
0.8%
SW
5.6%
W
17%
NW
12.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.3°C
Range: -11°C to 33°C
-11°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.8%
Fog Frequency: 4.2%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 6,697 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Athens Ben Epps Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KAHN
IATA Code: AHN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 808 ft MSL

Location

City: Athens
Country: US
Latitude: 33.948842°
Longitude: -83.325634°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 5,522 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Athens Ben Epps Airport

Overview

Athens Ben Epps Airport serves the Athens, Georgia area as a medium-sized airport situated at 808 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 33.948842, -83.325634, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, supporting various general aviation and local transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 72.3% of METAR reports showing VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, predominantly from the east at an average of 6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 35.6% of the time. Temperature ranges from -8°C to 33°C, presenting relatively stable thermal conditions for pilots throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 02/20 at 4,000 feet and Runway 09/27 at 5,522 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types and operational requirements. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components of 4.8 knots and 2.4 knots respectively, enhancing operational efficiency.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal weather data suggests September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR conditions for arrivals and departures. Visibility averages 9 statute miles, with only 3.5% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles and 4.3% experiencing fog. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during winter and early spring months.

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.