Alliance Municipal Airport (KAIA) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Alliance Municipal Airport in Alliance, NE, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Alliance Municipal Airport (KAIA) is a regional airport serving Alliance, NE at 3,931 ft. KAIA reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF — decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 6 runways (08, 12, 17, 26) — longest 9,203 ft — are checked against the current wind in the crosswind table below. The official FAA airport diagram is at the bottom of the page. Track KAIA in the ATIS Alerts Telegram bot to get a message when a new METAR changes the picture — flight category, wind, or ceiling past your selected minimums.
Wind from the southwest (230°) at 9 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 21°C (69°F), altimeter 30.04 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KAIA 290353Z AUTO 23009KT 10SM CLR 21/18 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP125 T02060183
What changed at KAIA?
Since the 0253Z (8:53 PM MDT) report — compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Wind direction moved from 200° to 230°.
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Current pilot readout for KAIA
KAIA is currently VFR with winds from 230° at 9 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and no ceiling reported. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 12, about 9 knots. Density altitude is approximately 5,400 ft (field elevation 3,931 ft). Review the latest TAF below for forecast changes before departure.
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Estimated head/tailwind and crosswind for each runway end from the current reported wind.
Use this section to quickly compare current wind alignment across available runways at KAIA. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26FAV | 6,190 ft | ASP | 7 kt head | 6 kt left |
| 17 | 6,311 ft | ASP | 6 kt head | 7 kt right |
| 30 | 9,203 ft | ASP | 1 kt head | 9 kt left |
| 12 | 9,203 ft | ASP | 1 kt tail | 9 kt right |
| 35 | 6,311 ft | ASP | 6 kt tail | 7 kt left |
| 08 | 6,190 ft | ASP | 7 kt tail | 6 kt right |
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24-hour trend
Wind, ceiling and flight category over the last 24 hours.
Over the last 23 h: wind 11→9 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KAIA weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast — drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Alliance Municipal Airport in Alliance, NE: the NOAA/NWS NEXRAD composite updates about every five minutes, with NOAA lightning strike density overlaid. The loop plays the past 50 minutes, then continues into a future-radar forecast (+1 to +4 hours, NOAA HRRR model) so you can see where precipitation around KAIA is headed.
Radar: NOAA/NWS via IEM · Forecast: NOAA HRRR · Lightning: NOAA · Map © OpenStreetMap © CARTO
Forecast frames (amber label) are HRRR model guidance, not observed radar. Lightning strike density appears as a blue-white glow when strikes are detected in view. Radar and lightning coverage are limited in parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and offshore areas. Not for navigation.
Pilot reports (PIREPs) within 100 NM of KAIA
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours — via aviationweather.gov.
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LBF UA /OV LBF270030/TM 0336/FL290/TP PC12/TA M24/IC MOD RIME/RM ZDVWC-16
LBF UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV LBF270030Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0336Reported at 03:36 UTC.FL290Altitude: 29,000 ft MSL.TP PC12Aircraft type reporting.TA M24Outside air temperature, °C.IC MOD RIMEIcing: moderate rime.RM ZDVWC-16Remarks.Show raw report
DGW UA /OV LSK270005/TM 0134/FL260/TP B738/TB MOD CHOP/RM ZDVWC-21
DGW UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV LSK270005Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0134Reported at 01:34 UTC.FL260Altitude: 26,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB MOD CHOPTurbulence: moderate chop.RM ZDVWC-21Remarks.Show raw report
OGA UA /OV SAE180030/TM 0058/FL010/TP SR22/SK BASE 110/RM ZDVWC-19
OGA UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV SAE180030Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0058Reported at 00:58 UTC.FL010Altitude: 1,000 ft MSL.TP SR22Aircraft type reporting.SK BASE 110Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.RM ZDVWC-19Remarks.Show raw report
LBF UA /OV LBF280020/TM 0004/FL240/TP PC12/TA M15/IC LGT RIME 170-240/RM ZDVWC-19
LBF UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV LBF280020Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 0004Reported at 00:04 UTC.FL240Altitude: 24,000 ft MSL.TP PC12Aircraft type reporting.TA M15Outside air temperature, °C.IC LGT RIME 170-240Icing: light rime 17,000–24,000 ft.RM ZDVWC-19Remarks.Show raw report
ARP UAL675 4111N 10409W 2305 F240 TB LGT CHOP IC
ARP UAL675 4111N 10409W 2305…Header — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use — conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KAIA
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KAIA reported mostly VFR across 30 observations, with 2 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 23 kt, the lowest ceiling was 6,000 ft. Wind most often came from the S.
Most recent change: IFR → VFR
Most recent change: IFR → VFR
- 12
- 38%
- 17
- 36%
- 08
- 12%
- 35
- 7%
- 26
- 5%
- 30
- 2%
TAF — Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 2330Z (5:30 PM MDT)
TAF KAIA 282330Z 2900/2924 16012KT P6SM FEW100 FM290300 18010KT P6SM BKN150 PROB30 2903/2905 4SM -TSRA OVC050CB FM290600 VRB06KT P6SM FEW150
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KAIA
- IATA
- AIA
- FAA LID
- AIA
- City
- Alliance
- State
- Nebraska
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 3,931 ft
- Coordinates
- 42.0525, -102.8040
- Runways
- 6
- Longest runway
- 9,203 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- AWOS/ASOS
- 135.075 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Next sunset
- 22h 17m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
4 airports25–50 NM
8 airports+2 more within 50 NM
50–100 NM
8 airports+2 more within 100 NM
Historical Flying Weather
2006–2025 · ATIS Alerts Flying Weather Index
Based on historical observations from 2006–2025, KAIA reported VFR conditions during about 86.5% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 301 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; February had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 9.3 kt, calm 6.6% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 87.4 | 6.0 | 3.6 | 3.0 |
| Feb | 79.3 | 9.4 | 7.7 | 3.6 |
| Mar | 81.1 | 8.4 | 6.6 | 3.9 |
| Apr | 82.7 | 9.7 | 5.3 | 2.4 |
| May | 82.3 | 9.4 | 5.5 | 2.7 |
| Jun | 92.4 | 4.4 | 2.4 | 0.9 |
| Jul | 92.5 | 4.5 | 1.9 | 1.1 |
| Aug | 91.5 | 4.6 | 2.1 | 1.8 |
| Sep | 88.6 | 6.2 | 3.2 | 2.0 |
| Oct | 85.1 | 6.9 | 5.5 | 2.5 |
| Nov | 89.0 | 4.8 | 3.8 | 2.3 |
| Dec | 85.2 | 6.4 | 4.5 | 3.8 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 9.4 kt |
| Feb | 9.8 kt |
| Mar | 10.3 kt |
| Apr | 11.1 kt |
| May | 10.1 kt |
| Jun | 9.1 kt |
| Jul | 8.3 kt |
| Aug | 8.2 kt |
| Sep | 8.3 kt |
| Oct | 9.1 kt |
| Nov | 8.7 kt |
| Dec | 9.0 kt |
Historical summary of past observations — not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KAIA airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Alliance Municipal Airport in Alliance, NE shows the runway and taxiway layout across 6 runways, ramp areas, and hold-short positions — review it before taxiing at an unfamiliar field.
Official FAA airport diagram · d-TPP cycle 2608 · Not for navigation. Download the official FAA PDF ↗
KAIA weather — frequently asked
What runways are available at KAIA?+
KAIA has 6 runways — 08, 12, 17, 26, 30, 35; the longest is 9,203 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KAIA report its own weather?+
Yes — Alliance Municipal Airport has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KAIA have a TAF?+
Yes — the TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KAIA broadcast D-ATIS?+
No — KAIA does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KAIA from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KAIA airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Alliance Municipal Airport (KAIA) is shown on this page — it maps the runway and taxiway layout, ramps, and hold-short lines. Tap it to zoom, or download the official FAA PDF free from the link under the diagram (updated every 28-day FAA charting cycle).
Pilot PIREPs for Alliance Municipal Airport (KAIA)
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Read recent community-submitted pilot notes for Alliance Municipal Airport, including runway conditions, wildlife activity, FBO/fuel notes, turbulence, ramp access, and local airport tips.
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