Bert Mooney Airport

KBTM / BTM

Butte, US

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:53Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 48 min ago
02:53Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
3 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBTM 050253Z AUTO 23003KT 10SM OVC070 06/M04 A2970 RMK AO2 SLP060 T00561039 56007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,550 ft
OVC 7,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,550 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
821 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,550 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,768 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,020 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KBTM 042326Z 0500/0524 20012KT P6SM VCSH OVC080 FM050300 32009KT 6SM -RA OVC050 FM050500 VRB04KT 5SM -RASN BR OVC025 FM050800 VRB03KT 1SM -SN OVC020 FM051800 31007KT P6SM VCSH BKN030 OVC050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 12 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
05:00Z FM050500
+2h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 5SM
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light RASN, Mist
08:00Z FM050800
+5h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 1SM
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Snow

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTM
02
20 ✈️
11
29
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
5,545 ft 75 ft ASP 38°
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
11/29 5,100 ft 75 ft ASP 129°
0.6 kt 2.9 kt
101° angle
15/33 9,001 ft 150 ft ASP 167°
1.4 kt 2.7 kt
63° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBTM

4,300 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.8%
MVFR
8.6%
IFR
3.3%
LIFR
1.3%

Bert Mooney Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 31.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 31.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
10%
NE
3.2%
E
2.8%
SE
9.5%
S
11.7%
SW
5.6%
W
10.5%
NW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 1.8°C
Range: -22°C to 26°C
-22°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 9.6 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.7%
Fog Frequency: 2.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,300 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bert Mooney Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBTM
IATA Code: BTM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,550 ft MSL

Location

City: Butte
Country: US
Latitude: 45.954800°
Longitude: -112.497002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,545 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 5,100 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 9,001 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bert Mooney Airport

Overview

Bert Mooney Airport serves the Butte, Montana region as a medium-sized airport situated at a high elevation of 5,550 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 45.954800, -112.497002, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for southwestern Montana, supporting regional transportation and local aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 86% of the time, with marginal and instrument conditions occurring less frequently. The airport experiences significant temperature variation, ranging from -18°C to 26°C, with an average temperature of 2.7°C. Prevailing winds from the northwest at an average of 6.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 31 knots, characterize the local wind environment.

Notable Features

The airport features three asphalted runways with substantial length, offering multiple landing options. Runway 15/33 is the longest at 9,001 feet, providing excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types. The high elevation and surrounding terrain suggest potential density altitude considerations, particularly during warmer months.

Approach Considerations

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components (4.5kt, 4kt, and 3.5kt respectively). Visibility averages 9.5 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (below 3SM occurring only 1.8% of the time). September, January, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

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.