Smyrna Airport

KMQY / MQY

Smyrna, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 16:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
16:56Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
8 kt
210° G17 kt
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KMQY 041656Z 21008G17KT 10SM FEW029 22/15 A3021 RMK AO2 SLP235 T02220150

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 543 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,443 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (543 ft)
Pressure Alt
251 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,221 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KMQY 041120Z 0412/0512 18009KT P6SM BKN050 WS020/23035KT FM041500 20010G18KT P6SM SCT045 BKN250 FM042200 19009KT P6SM SCT060 BKN250 FM050800 18009KT P6SM SCT050 BKN250 WS020/21040KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
22:00Z FM042200
+5h
VFR 190° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MQY
01
19 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
5,546 ft 100 ft ASP
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
14/32 8,036 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
2.6 kt 7.6 kt
71° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMQY

4,713 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
70.4%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
3.6%

Smyrna Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 70.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.2 knots. Calm conditions occur 26.5% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 26.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.2%
NE
4.4%
E
3.2%
SE
8.6%
S
16.9%
SW
6.4%
W
5.5%
NW
12.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -14°C to 33°C
-14°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 3.4%
Fog Frequency: 1.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,713 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Smyrna Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMQY
IATA Code: MQY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 543 ft MSL

Location

City: Smyrna
Country: US
Latitude: 36.008999°
Longitude: -86.520103°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 5,546 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 8,036 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Smyrna Airport

Overview

Smyrna Airport (KMQY) is a medium-sized airport located near Nashville, Tennessee, serving general aviation and regional transportation needs. Situated at 543 feet above mean sea level with two substantial runways, the airport offers significant operational flexibility for pilots traversing the mid-southern United States.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Smyrna are predominantly VFR, with approximately 72.6% of observations showing favorable flying conditions. Seasonal temperatures range dramatically from -12°C to 33°C, with an average of 11.4°C, requiring pilots to anticipate potential thermal and density altitude variations. Visibility typically remains excellent at 9.2 statute miles, with only 2.9% of observations showing reduced visibility.

Notable Features

Both runways (01/19 and 14/32) are constructed of asphalt and provide substantial length, with Runway 14/32 offering an extended 8,036-foot surface. The airport's location experiences predominantly southerly winds averaging 6.9 knots, with calm conditions occurring 29.2% of the time. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, minimizing crosswind challenges for pilots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Average crosswind components remain minimal, measuring 3.9 knots for Runway 01/19 and 3.8 knots for Runway 14/32. Pilots should expect generally stable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions throughout the year.

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.