Dobbins Air Reserve Base

KMGE / MGE

Marietta, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 20:55Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
20:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
150°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMGE 042055Z 15007KT 10SM SCT050 SCT250 24/12 A3019 RMK AO2A SLP220 T02430122 56028 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,068 ft
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,068 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,068 ft AMSL
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,068 ft)
Pressure Alt
806 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,142 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD KMGE 041200Z 0412/0504 09005KT 4800 BR OVC005 QNH3030INS BECMG 0412/0413 09005KT 3200 BR OVC005 QNH3030INS BECMG 0414/0415 14005KT 9999 NSW OVC007 QNH3030INS BECMG 0416/0417 17010KT 9999 BKN012 QNH3024INS BECMG 0417/0418 17010KT 9999 BKN020 QNH3022INS BECMG 0420/0421 16005KT 9999 SCT025 QNH3020INS TX17/0420Z TN12/0413Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:46Z BASE
+0h
IFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 4.8 km
Ceiling: 500 ft
Mist

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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°
5.0 kt 4.9 kt
44° angle
✈️ 110/290
Active: 290
4,000 ft 60 ft ASPH
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
-2390° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMGE

5,163 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.9%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
12%
LIFR
5.3%

Dobbins Air Reserve Base typically experiences VFR conditions 65.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 23.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 23.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.7%
NE
3.1%
E
14%
SE
4.6%
S
7.4%
SW
8%
W
21.2%
NW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.3°C
Range: -11°C to 33°C
-11°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 8.9 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.1%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt
Runway 110/290
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,163 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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.