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Weather Briefing
VFRBomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 SM visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 5 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 10 SM. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
|
5,003 ft | 100 ft | ASP | 179° |
↑ 4.3 kt
•
↔ 2.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - KSYI
18,662 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Bomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 25.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.
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Statistics computed from 18,662 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Bomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal Airport
Bomar Field / Shelbyville Municipal Airport (KSYI/SYI) is located in Shelbyville, US at an elevation of 801 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 5,003 feet.
Weather Profile
Analysis of 18,662 weather observations shows KSYI maintains VFR conditions 84.4% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 11% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 4.6% of reports.
Wind Patterns & Runway Selection
Prevailing winds at KSYI come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 28 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (25.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 18/36 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.
Seasonal Considerations
The best months for VFR operations are September, April, October, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 36°C (97°F), averaging 16.5°C (62°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 29.48 to 30.59 inHg (998-1036 hPa).
Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 18,662 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.
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