Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field

KBTL / BTL

Battle Creek, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 00:17Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
00:17Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
140°
10 SM
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KBTL 050017Z 14007KT 10SM OVC014 09/04 A3009 RMK AO2 T00890044

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 952 ft
OVC 1,400 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,352 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (952 ft)
Pressure Alt
780 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 288 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBTL 042340Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT P6SM BKN022 FM050200 VRB03KT P6SM BKN015 FM050500 VRB03KT 3SM -SHRA BR BKN005 FM051200 09005KT 2SM -RA BR OVC003 FM051600 09007KT 1/2SM RA FG BKN003 FM051900 08008KT 4SM -SHRA BKN003
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:53Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
02:00Z FM050200
+2h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+5h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3SM
Ceiling: 500 ft
Light Showers Rain, Mist
12:00Z FM051200
+12h
LIFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 2SM
Ceiling: 300 ft
Light Rain, Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTL
05
23
09
27
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 10,003 ft 150 ft ASP 43°
0.9 kt 6.9 kt
97° angle
09/27 4,018 ft 150 ft ASP 89°
4.4 kt 5.4 kt
51° angle
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
4,835 ft 100 ft ASP 126°
6.9 kt 1.2 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 - KBTL

5,711 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
53.4%
MVFR
31.9%
IFR
10.5%
LIFR
4.2%

Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 53.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 14.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Low visibility conditions (below 3 SM) occur in 6.5% of weather observations. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 11.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
4.8%
E
6.3%
SE
6.5%
S
14.8%
SW
18.6%
W
20%
NW
10.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.6°C
Range: -28°C to 29°C
-28°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 8.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 6.5%
Fog Frequency: 3%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt
Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,711 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBTL
IATA Code: BTL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 952 ft MSL

Location

City: Battle Creek
Country: US
Latitude: 42.307301°
Longitude: -85.251503°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 10,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 4,018 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 4,835 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field

Overview

Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field serves as a medium-sized airport located in Battle Creek, Michigan. Situated at 952 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network with three asphalt runways offering substantial length options for diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at KBTL demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 53.8% of observations. Pilots can expect western winds averaging 9.1 knots, with temperature ranges spanning from -26°C to 29°C, creating dynamic atmospheric conditions. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying weather, with minimal meteorological disruptions.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with substantial lengths: Runway 05/23 at 10,003 feet, Runway 09/27 at 4,018 feet, and Runway 13/31 at 4,835 feet. All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind coverage, with modest average crosswind components ranging from 5.3 to 6.1 knots, providing flexible operational capabilities for pilots navigating the region.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages 8.3 statute miles, with only 6.7% of observations showing conditions below 3 statute miles. Pilots should anticipate potential fog in approximately 3.8% of observations, particularly during transitional seasons. The consistent westerly wind pattern and multiple runway orientations offer strategic approach options for most aircraft types.

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.