Curtis Field

KBBD / BBD

Brady, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 08:15Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
08:15Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
9 kt
160°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBBD 100815Z AUTO 16009KT 10SM CLR 22/21 A2995 RMK AO2

Weather Briefing

VFR

Curtis Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 9 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,827 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,805 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,083 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBBD 100528Z 1006/1106 15011KT P6SM SKC FM100900 16008KT P6SM BKN015 FM101600 18014G21KT P6SM BKN050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
09:00Z FM100900
+1h
MVFR 160° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
16:00Z FM101600
+8h
VFR 180° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBD
08
26
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 3,520 ft 110 ft GRS 91°
3.2 kt 8.4 kt
69° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
4,604 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBBD

18,096 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
82.8%
MVFR
12%
IFR
3%
LIFR
2.2%

Curtis Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 82.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 40 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 40 kt
Calm Winds: 7.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.2%
NE
4.7%
E
6.3%
SE
15.1%
S
33.9%
SW
10.9%
W
5.5%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 17.5°C
Range: -12°C to 36°C
-12°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.7 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.5%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 18,096 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Curtis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBBD
IATA Code: BBD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,827 ft MSL

Location

City: Brady
Country: US
Latitude: 31.178931°
Longitude: -99.324732°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,520 ft
Width: 110 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,604 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Curtis Field

Overview

Curtis Field serves the Brady, Texas region as a medium airport situated at 1827 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 31.178931, -99.324732, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for Central Texas, supporting regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at Curtis Field, with 88.6% of observations indicating favorable visual flight rules. Temperatures range widely from -6°C to 36°C, with an average of 17°C. Winds are typically from the south at an average of 7.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 9.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 3520-foot grass runway (08/26) and a 4604-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.8 statute miles, with only 0.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Runway selection can be flexible due to favorable wind conditions, with Runway 08/26 presenting an average 6-knot crosswind and Runway 17/35 showing an even more favorable 3.8-knot average crosswind. Pilots should monitor local conditions, particularly during the less frequent IFR (1.7%) or LIFR (1.8%) weather events.

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.