Offutt Air Force Base

KOFF / OFF

Omaha, US

Last Updated
Apr 29, 03:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a U.S. military installation. Civil aircraft operations are generally prohibited without prior authorization.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic; some joint-use exceptions exist

Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
03:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
320°
10 SM
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KOFF 290355Z 32008KT 10SM OVC060 10/04 A3010 RMK AO2A RAE37 SLP200 P0000 T00980042 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,052 ft
OVC 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,052 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Offutt Air Force Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,000 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 8 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Drizzle. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Drizzle between 02:00Z and 04:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,052 ft)
Pressure Alt
880 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 532 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KOFF 290200Z 2902/3008 30009KT 9999 VCSH SCT040 OVC080 QNH3008INS TEMPO 2902/2904 9000 -DZ BECMG 2907/2908 31009KT 9999 NSW FEW010 SCT030 OVC050 QNH3011INS TEMPO 2908/2912 BKN010 OVC030 BECMG 2911/2912 31009KT 9999 SCT030 OVC050 QNH3015INS BECMG 2915/2916 33010G15KT 9999 FEW060 BKN140 QNH3003INS BECMG 2923/2924 33009KT 9999 FEW070 SCT140 QNH3006INS TX14/2918Z TN04/2912Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
07:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 310° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+4h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
11:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 310° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OFF
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
11,700 ft 300 ft Ashphalt 129°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - KOFF

6,198 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.6%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
7%
LIFR
3.9%

Offutt Air Force Base typically experiences VFR conditions 73.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 35 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 35 kt
Calm Winds: 16.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.2%
N
13.4%
S
10.7%
W
6.1%
NE
7.9%
NW
15.9%
SE
12.5%
SW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -22°C to 36°C
-22°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 9.2 SM
Below 3 SM: 1%
Fog Frequency: 2.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,198 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Offutt Air Force Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KOFF
IATA Code: OFF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,052 ft MSL

Location

City: Omaha
Country: US
Latitude: 41.119307°
Longitude: -95.908510°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 11,700 ft
Width: 300 ft
Surface: Ashphalt
ILS: No

About Offutt Air Force Base

Offutt Air Force Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Offutt Air Force Base is a strategic military airfield located in Omaha, Nebraska, serving as a critical installation for the United States Air Force. Situated at an elevation of 1,052 feet MSL, the base supports important military aviation operations with its substantial 11,700-foot runway.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with nearly 74% of observations showing favorable flying weather. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -20°C to 36°C, which can impact aircraft performance. Prevailing winds from the northwest (315°) average 8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots and calm conditions occurring 17.9% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 12/30 is a long asphalt surface offering excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Visibility is typically good, averaging 9.2 statute miles, though pilots should be aware of occasional reduced visibility events, including fog occurring in 3.6% of observations and visibility below 3 miles in 1.3% of reports.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most consistent VFR conditions for pilots. The runway experiences an average crosswind of just 3.7 knots, providing relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions. Pilots should prepare for potential weather variability, particularly during shoulder seasons when MVFR conditions occur in 14.1% of observations.

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.