Dobbins Air Reserve Base

KMGE / MGE

Marietta, US

Last Updated
Apr 21, 19:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
19:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMGE 211955Z 23008KT 10SM FEW070 BKN250 26/04 A3025 RMK AO2A SLP239 CONTRAILS T02560041 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,068 ft
FEW 7,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,068 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,068 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dobbins Air Reserve Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 8 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,068 ft)
Pressure Alt
746 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,322 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KMGE 211308Z 2113/2219 06005KT 9999 SKC QNH3028INS BECMG 2118/2119 12009KT 9999 FEW050 FEW250 QNH3020INS BECMG 2201/2202 18005KT 9999 BKN250 QNH3018INS BECMG 2211/2212 24009KT 9999 SCT250 QNH3013INS TX26/2121Z TN13/2212Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
01:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MGE
11
29
110
290 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 10,000 ft 300 ft CON 106°
4.5 kt 6.6 kt
124° angle
✈️ 110/290
Active: 290
4,000 ft 60 ft ASPH
6.9 kt -4.0 kt
-2310° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMGE

5,919 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.3%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
5%

Dobbins Air Reserve Base typically experiences VFR conditions 67.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 23.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
2.9%
E
13.3%
SE
5.1%
S
8.1%
SW
9.4%
W
20.7%
NW
13.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: -11°C to 33°C
-11°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt
Runway 110/290
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 5,919 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Dobbins Air Reserve Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMGE
IATA Code: MGE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,068 ft MSL

Location

City: Marietta
Country: US
Latitude: 33.915401°
Longitude: -84.516296°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 300 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 110/290
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Dobbins Air Reserve Base

Overview

Dobbins Air Reserve Base (KMGE) is a medium airport located in Marietta, Georgia, situated at an elevation of 1,068 feet MSL. The base serves military and reserve aviation operations in the metropolitan Atlanta region, strategically positioned with coordinates 33.915401, -84.516296. It features two runways: a 10,000-foot concrete runway (11/29) and a 4,000-foot asphalt runway (110/290).

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Dobbins ARB are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 69.5% of observations showing VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate winds, predominantly from the west at an average of 6.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots and calm periods 23.8% of the time. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 33°C, with an average of 13.7°C, and visibility typically excellent at 9 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's dual-runway configuration provides flexibility for different wind conditions. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal average crosswind of 2.8 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation operations, with minimal precipitation and stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with only 10.4% of observations indicating instrument flight rules and a low 4.6% reporting low instrument flight rules. Visibility restrictions are minimal, with less than 3 statute miles occurring in only 0.8% of observations and fog present in just 0.8% of recorded weather events. The long 10,000-foot primary runway offers substantial landing and takeoff options.

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.