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Weather Briefing
MVFRTipton Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,500 feet.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 7 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°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.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
|
3,000 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 93° |
↑ 6.1 kt
•
↔ 3.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KFME
19,421 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Tipton Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.4 knots. Calm conditions occur 40.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, January, April.
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Statistics computed from 19,421 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Tipton Airport - Airport Information
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About Tipton Airport
Overview
Tipton Airport serves the Fort Meade and Odenton area in Maryland, situated at an elevation of 150 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides general aviation services with a single runway (10/28) measuring 3,000 feet with an asphalt surface, located at coordinates 39.085400, -76.759399.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Tipton Airport are predominantly VFR, with 79.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules. Winds predominantly blow from the west (270°) at an average of 6.4 knots, with calm conditions occurring 44.1% of the time. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 31°C, with an average of 9.3°C, providing relatively stable flying conditions throughout the year.
Notable Features
The airport's location near Fort Meade suggests potential military and government-related aviation activities. Runway 10/28 experiences favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots, which provides comfortable landing and takeoff conditions for most aircraft.
Approach Considerations
Pilots can expect excellent visibility averaging 9.4 statute miles, with less than 3-mile visibility occurring only 1% of the time and virtually no fog reported. January, December, and October offer the best VFR conditions, making these months particularly favorable for general aviation operations at Tipton Airport.
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