Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport

KBDR / BDR

Bridgeport, US

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:52Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
19:52Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBDR 221952Z 14007KT 10SM OVC027 09/04 A3005 RMK AO2 SLP177 T00940044

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9 ft
OVC 2,700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,709 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,700 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 7 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 22 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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 06:00Z and 09:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9 ft)
Pressure Alt
-134 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -852 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBDR 221934Z 2220/2318 13008KT P6SM BKN020 OVC040 FM222300 VRB05KT P6SM SCT020 BKN040 FM230400 VRB03KT P6SM FEW009 SCT020 BKN040 TEMPO 2306/2309 5SM BR BKN009 FM231100 VRB04KT P6SM SCT040 SCT100 FM231400 27009KT P6SM FEW250 FM231700 31012G20KT P6SM FEW250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 130° 8 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
23:00Z FM222300
+3h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
04:00Z FM230400
+8h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
06:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BDR
06
24
11
29
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 4,677 ft 150 ft ASP 45°
0.6 kt 7.0 kt
95° angle
11/29 4,761 ft 150 ft ASP 98°
5.2 kt 4.7 kt
42° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
3,200 ft 150 ft ASP 162°
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 - KBDR

6,148 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.6%
MVFR
15.8%
IFR
6%
LIFR
3.6%

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 9.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.4%
NE
9.1%
E
9.7%
SE
2.7%
S
8.2%
SW
15.8%
W
19.1%
NW
11.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.7°C
Range: -17°C to 28°C
-17°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 4%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,148 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBDR
IATA Code: BDR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9 ft MSL

Location

City: Bridgeport
Country: US
Latitude: 41.163502°
Longitude: -73.126198°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,677 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 4,761 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 3,200 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport

Overview

Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport serves the Bridgeport, Connecticut region as a medium-sized airport situated at 9 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 41.163502, -73.126198, the airport offers three paved runways supporting various aviation operations. Its strategic location provides critical general aviation and regional transportation infrastructure for southwestern Connecticut.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 78.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the west at an average of 8.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Seasonal temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 28°C, with September through November presenting the most consistent VFR weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalt runways with lengths ranging from 3,200 to 4,761 feet, providing flexibility for different aircraft types. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with relatively modest average crosswind components between 4.9 and 6.3 knots. Low elevation at 9 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain-related approach challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection can be confidently determined by prevailing westerly winds, with Runway 06/24 and 11/29 offering longer operational surfaces. Visibility averages 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.2% of observations reporting visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 2.9% of observations with fog conditions, particularly during transitional seasons.

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.