Curtis Field

KBBD / BBD

Brady, US

Last Updated
Apr 23, 03:35Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
03:35Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
6 kt
170°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBBD 230335Z AUTO 17006KT 10SM SCT040 21/18 A2990 RMK AO2

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,827 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,827 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Curtis Field is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 6 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
952 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,827 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,835 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,993 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBBD 230242Z 2303/2324 17010KT P6SM SCT040 FM230600 17011KT P6SM BKN015 FM231200 19010G19KT P6SM OVC007 FM231600 20015G22KT P6SM BKN015 FM232000 19014G21KT P6SM BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 170° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
06:00Z FM230600
+3h
MVFR 170° 11 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
12:00Z FM231200
+9h
IFR 190° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 700 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBD
08
26
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 3,520 ft 110 ft GRS 91°
1.1 kt 5.9 kt
79° angle
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
4,604 ft 75 ft ASP 180°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KBBD

14,773 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.7%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
2.4%
LIFR
1.8%

Curtis Field enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 7.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.2%
NE
4.3%
E
5.8%
SE
13.8%
S
32.9%
SW
11.5%
W
6.3%
NW
4.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.4°C
Range: -12°C to 36°C
-12°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.8 SM
Below 3 SM: 0.4%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.8 kt
Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.8 kt

Statistics computed from 14,773 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Curtis Field - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KBBD
IATA Code: BBD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,827 ft MSL

Location

City: Brady
Country: US
Latitude: 31.178931°
Longitude: -99.324732°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,520 ft
Width: 110 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 4,604 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Curtis Field

Overview

Curtis Field serves the Brady, Texas region as a medium airport situated at 1827 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 31.178931, -99.324732, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for Central Texas, supporting regional transportation and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions at Curtis Field, with 88.6% of observations indicating favorable visual flight rules. Temperatures range widely from -6°C to 36°C, with an average of 17°C. Winds are typically from the south at an average of 7.8 knots, with calm conditions occurring 9.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 3520-foot grass runway (08/26) and a 4604-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Both runways demonstrate excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 9.8 statute miles, with only 0.4% of observations showing visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for operations. Runway selection can be flexible due to favorable wind conditions, with Runway 08/26 presenting an average 6-knot crosswind and Runway 17/35 showing an even more favorable 3.8-knot average crosswind. Pilots should monitor local conditions, particularly during the less frequent IFR (1.7%) or LIFR (1.8%) weather events.

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.