Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

KBGM / BGM

Binghamton, US

Last Updated
Apr 18, 19:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
19:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
9 kt
170° G27 kt
10 SM
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBGM 181953Z AUTO 17009G27KT 10SM BKN050 22/11 A2983 RMK AO2 PK WND 17027/1948 SLP099 T02220106 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,636 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,636 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 9 knots with gusts to 27 knots. The significant gust spread of 18 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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: Showers Rain, Mist.

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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,636 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,734 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,967 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBGM 181739Z 1818/1918 18014G25KT P6SM FEW045 FM190300 19009G18KT 6SM SHRA BR OVC020 FM190600 31009G16KT 4SM SHRA BR OVC009 FM191600 32010G18KT P6SM OVC015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 14 kt
Visibility: >6SM
03:00Z FM190300
+7h
MVFR 190° 9 kt
Visibility: 6SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain, Mist
06:00Z FM190600
+10h
IFR 310° 9 kt
Visibility: 4SM
Ceiling: 900 ft
Showers Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGM
10
28
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 5,002 ft 150 ft ASP 87°
1.1 kt 8.9 kt
83° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
7,100 ft 150 ft ASP 148°
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 - KBGM

7,677 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51%
MVFR
30.1%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
7.8%

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 18.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -21°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.7% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 4.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.3%
NE
3.7%
E
4%
SE
7.7%
S
16.2%
SW
12.4%
W
19.5%
NW
22.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.1°C
Range: -21°C to 27°C
-21°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 8.4 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.7%
Fog Frequency: 4.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 7,677 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBGM
IATA Code: BGM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,636 ft MSL

Location

City: Binghamton
Country: US
Latitude: 42.208698°
Longitude: -75.979797°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 5,002 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 7,100 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field

Overview

Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field serves the Southern Tier region of New York State as a medium-sized airport located at an elevation of 1,636 feet MSL. Positioned near Binghamton, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and supports various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBGM demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing in 53.1% of observations. Pilots can expect challenging conditions during winter and early spring, with temperature ranges from -18°C to 26°C and potential reduced visibility, as evidenced by 6.1% of observations reporting visibility below 3 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalt runways: Runway 10/28 at 5,002 feet and Runway 16/34 at 7,100 feet, providing flexible operational capabilities. Prevailing westerly winds at an average of 8.3 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots characterize the local wind environment, which pilots should consider during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 4.7 knots for 10/28 and 5.2 knots for 16/34. September through November offer the most consistent VFR conditions, presenting optimal periods for general aviation operations at Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field.

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.