Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (KASE) Aviation Weather, METAR, TAF & ATIS Alerts
Live aviation weather for Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) in Aspen, CO, including METAR, TAF, flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling, altimeter, runway crosswinds, and Telegram airport alerts.
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (KASE) is a regional airport serving Aspen, CO at 7,820 ft. KASE reports its own METAR and publishes a TAF — decoded live on this page as flight category, wind, visibility, ceiling and altimeter. Its 2 runways (15, 33) — longest 8,006 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 KASE 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 southeast (130°) at 5 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, no cloud data, temperature 25°C (77°F), altimeter 30.23 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
METAR KASE 290153Z AUTO 13005KT 10SM CLR 25/07 A3023 RMK AO2 SLP092 T02500072
What changed at KASE?
Since the 0053Z (6:53 PM MDT) report — compared automatically against the latest METAR.
- Wind speed down from 11 to 5 kt.
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Current pilot readout for KASE
KASE is currently VFR with winds from 130° at 5 knots, visibility 10+ statute miles, and no ceiling reported. The strongest crosswind component is currently on runway 15, about 2 knots. Density altitude is approximately 10,500 ft (field elevation 7,820 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 KASE. This is intended as a planning aid only and should not replace official performance calculations or pilot judgment.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15FAV | 8,006 ft | ASP | 4 kt head | 2 kt left |
| 33 | 8,006 ft | ASP | 4 kt tail | 2 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 8→5 kt, ceiling unlimited → unlimited.
KASE weather radar
Live NEXRAD + lightning, with a 4-hour future-radar forecast — drag to pan, tap ⚡ to toggle lightning.
Live weather radar around Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) in Aspen, CO: 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 KASE 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 KASE
Reported by pilots in flight over the past 6 hours — via aviationweather.gov.
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DEN UA /OV 15 W DEN/TM 2350/FL145/TP A319/TB LGT-MOD/RM DURC
DEN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV 15 W DENLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2350Reported at 23:50 UTC.FL145Altitude: 14,500 ft MSL.TP A319Aircraft type reporting.TB LGT-MODTurbulence: light to moderate.RM DURCRemarks.Show raw report
DEN UA /OV 35 SW DEN/TM 2350/FL210/TP B739/TB MOD CHOP/RM 210-190 DURD
DEN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV 35 SW DENLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2350Reported at 23:50 UTC.FL210Altitude: 21,000 ft MSL.TP B739Aircraft type reporting.TB MOD CHOPTurbulence: moderate chop.RM 210-190 DURDRemarks.Show raw report
HDN UA /OV CHE/TM 2344/FL360/TP B738/TB NEG/RM ZDVWC-14
HDN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV CHELocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2344Reported at 23:44 UTC.FL360Altitude: 36,000 ft MSL.TP B738Aircraft type reporting.TB NEGTurbulence: none reported.RM ZDVWC-14Remarks.Show raw report
DEN UA /OV DEN270010/TM 2335/FL330/TP A21N/TB OCNL LGT CHOP/RM ZDVWC-61
DEN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV DEN270010Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2335Reported at 23:35 UTC.FL330Altitude: 33,000 ft MSL.TP A21NAircraft type reporting.TB OCNL LGT CHOPTurbulence: occasional light chop.RM ZDVWC-61Remarks.Show raw report
HDN UA /OV C HE090050/TM 2328/FL230/TP A320/SK TOP300/TB LGT CHOP/RM DURD ZDVWC-13
HDN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV C HE090050Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2328Reported at 23:28 UTC.FL230Altitude: 23,000 ft MSL.TP A320Aircraft type reporting.SK TOP300Sky condition — cloud bases and tops in hundreds of feet MSL.TB LGT CHOPTurbulence: light chop.RM DURD ZDVWC-13Remarks.Show raw report
ASE UA /OV DBL270050/TM 2228/FL240/TP CRJ2/TA M17/IC LGT RIME/RM ZDVWC
ASE UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV DBL270050Location — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2228Reported at 22:28 UTC.FL240Altitude: 24,000 ft MSL.TP CRJ2Aircraft type reporting.TA M17Outside air temperature, °C.IC LGT RIMEIcing: light rime.RM ZDVWCRemarks.Show raw report
DEN UA /OV 60 SW DEN/TM 2210/FL200/TP E55P/TA -5/IC LGT RIME
DEN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV 60 SW DENLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2210Reported at 22:10 UTC.FL200Altitude: 20,000 ft MSL.TP E55PAircraft type reporting.TA -5Outside air temperature, °C.IC LGT RIMEIcing: light rime.Show raw report
DEN UA /OV 20 W DEN/TM 2205/FLDURC/TP B737/TB LGT TB ABV 110
DEN UAHeader — reporting station and UA: a routine pilot report.OV 20 W DENLocation — fix or navaid, optionally with a radial and distance in NM.TM 2205Reported at 22:05 UTC.FLDURCReported during climb.TP B737Aircraft type reporting.TB LGT TB ABV 110Turbulence: light tb abv 110.⚠️ PIREPs are unverified pilot reports. Not for operational use — conditions change between reports.
Recent aviation weather trends at KASE
From ATIS Alerts' hourly weather history.
Over the past 24 hours, KASE reported mostly VFR across 29 observations, with 0 flight-category changes. The strongest gust reached 31 kt, the lowest ceiling was 7,200 ft. Wind most often came from the S.
Most recent change: MVFR → VFR
- 15
- 67%
- 33
- 33%
TAF — Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
Issued 2320Z (5:20 PM MDT)
TAF KASE 282320Z 2900/2924 17009KT P6SM SCT070 BKN100 PROB30 2900/2901 VRB15G25KT 4SM -TSRA BKN070CB FM290700 21006KT P6SM SCT080 SCT150 FM291500 36008KT P6SM BKN250 PROB30 2916/2920 VRB15G25KT 4SM -TSRA BKN070CB BKN080 FM292000 35008KT P6SM OVC250 PROB30 2920/2924 VRB15G25KT 4SM -TSRA BKN070CB
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Nearby TFRs
Active FAA TFRs near KASE
FAA TFR data shows an active temporary flight restriction near KASE.
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Airport facts
Reference data from the OurAirports dataset.
- Type
- Regional airport
- ICAO
- KASE
- IATA
- ASE
- FAA LID
- ASE
- City
- Aspen
- State
- Colorado
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 7,820 ft
- Coordinates
- 39.2232, -106.8690
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 8,006 ft
- Weather reporting
- Reports METAR
- TAF
- Published
- ATIS
- 120.4 MHz
- CTAF
- 118.85 MHz
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Sunset in
- 18m
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Nearby airports
Compare nearby METAR/TAF stations within 25, 50 and 100 NM before departure or arrival.
Within 25 NM
5 airports25–50 NM
7 airports+1 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, KASE reported VFR conditions during about 91.8% of valid daylight observations, with an estimated 317 VFR flying days a year. July had the most VFR weather; February had the most instrument conditions. Surface winds averaged 5.2 kt, calm 17.1% of the time.
Full historical breakdown
Flight category by month
| Month | VFR % | MVFR % | IFR % | LIFR % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 82.8 | 9.4 | 6.1 | 1.7 |
| Feb | 81.3 | 10.3 | 6.5 | 1.9 |
| Mar | 86.1 | 7.8 | 4.2 | 1.9 |
| Apr | 86.9 | 7.4 | 3.9 | 1.7 |
| May | 92.6 | 5.3 | 1.4 | 0.7 |
| Jun | 98.7 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| Jul | 99.4 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| Aug | 98.6 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 |
| Sep | 97.7 | 1.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| Oct | 91.4 | 5.5 | 2.2 | 0.9 |
| Nov | 88.4 | 6.1 | 4.1 | 1.5 |
| Dec | 82.0 | 9.6 | 6.7 | 1.8 |
Average wind by month
| Month | Mean wind (kt) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 4.1 kt |
| Feb | 4.7 kt |
| Mar | 5.3 kt |
| Apr | 6.0 kt |
| May | 6.1 kt |
| Jun | 6.1 kt |
| Jul | 5.5 kt |
| Aug | 5.4 kt |
| Sep | 5.5 kt |
| Oct | 5.1 kt |
| Nov | 4.7 kt |
| Dec | 4.1 kt |
Historical summary of past observations — not a forecast or safety rating. Always check the current METAR, TAF, and a weather briefing before flight.
KASE airport diagram
Official FAA taxiway and runway layout. Tap to zoom.
The FAA airport diagram for Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) in Aspen, CO shows the runway and taxiway layout across 2 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 ↗
KASE weather — frequently asked
What runways are available at KASE?+
KASE has 2 runways — 15, 33; the longest is 8,006 ft. This page computes the live crosswind for each runway end from the current wind.
Does KASE report its own weather?+
Yes — Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) has its own weather station and publishes METAR observations, which this page decodes live.
Does KASE have a TAF?+
Yes — the TAF is shown on this page below the current conditions.
Does KASE broadcast D-ATIS?+
No — KASE does not broadcast D-ATIS. Alerts for KASE from the ATIS Alerts bot (@atisalerts_bot) are based on its METAR instead.
Where can I find the KASE airport diagram?+
The official FAA airport diagram for Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (KASE) 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 Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) (KASE)
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