Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

KMTC / MTC

Mount Clemens, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 04:56Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
3 kt
230°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI KMTC 100456Z AUTO 23003KT 10SM VCTS FEW010 23/22 A2978 RMK AO2 TSE56 SLP085 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 580 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,580 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 22:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
989 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (580 ft)
Pressure Alt
738 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,837 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD KMTC 092200Z 0922/1101 16009KT 9000 -SHRA BKN100 OVC180 QNH2975INS TEMPO 0922/1002 19010G20KT 8000 -TSRA OVC020CB BECMG 1009/1010 VRB06KT 9999 NSW BKN010 OVC030 QNH2971INS BECMG 1015/1016 23009KT 9000 -SHRA SCT040 BKN050 QNH2969INS TX30/1019Z TN21/1010Z LAST NO AMDS AFT 1003 NEXT 1011
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 9 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR VRB 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+9h
LIFR 230° 9 kt
Visibility: 1.011 km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MTC
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
9,000 ft 150 ft PEM
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KMTC

8,461 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.6%
MVFR
20.3%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
3.3%

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Calm conditions occur 10.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 10.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
8%
N
10.4%
S
13.1%
W
17.2%
NE
6.2%
NW
9.9%
SE
9.4%
SW
15.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.2°C
Range: -22°C to 31°C
-22°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 9.1 SM
Below 3 SM: 2.9%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

June September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01/19
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,461 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KMTC
IATA Code: MTC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 580 ft MSL

Location

City: Mount Clemens
Country: US
Latitude: 42.613463°
Longitude: -82.836919°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport

Overview

Selfridge Air National Guard Base Airport serves as a critical military aviation facility located in Mount Clemens, Michigan. Situated at 580 feet above mean sea level, the airport primarily supports Air National Guard operations with a substantial 9,000-foot primary runway (01/19). Its strategic location near Detroit provides a key infrastructure point for regional military aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions, with 69.2% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. Seasonal temperature variations range dramatically from -20°C to 30°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect westerly winds averaging 9 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots, and calm conditions occurring 8.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The single runway (01/19) is equipped with a Pavement Edge Marking (PEM) surface, providing clear operational boundaries for aircraft. Wind data indicates a highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 6.1 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable flying months based on historical meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Visibility averages an excellent 9.1 statute miles, with infrequent low-visibility events (below 3SM occurring only 2.5% of observations). Pilots should anticipate potential fog conditions, which manifest in approximately 1.5% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds and substantial runway length provide reliable approach and departure options for most aircraft configurations.

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

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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.