Model Assn of Central KS 1 | RC Flying Field Weather
Live conditions for this AMA model airfield in Great Bend, KS, decoded from the nearest reporting station KGBD, 2.3 nm away: wind, gusts, visibility, and an RC flyability read before you drive to the field.
The runway orientation (03/21) was measured from public aerial imagery and drives the live crosswind meter on this page. The site is an FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), where eligible members can fly without Remote ID broadcast equipment. 3 other AMA fields sit within 50 miles.
Poor RC flying conditions
Most clubs stand down in this weather. High winds or active weather make control and landings risky.
🌙 It's dark at the field right now. Sunrise 7:16 AM CDT.
Why Poor: precipitation.
Based on KGBD, 2.3 nm away. Measured at the airport, not the field.
⚠️ Weather shown is from the nearest full-scale reporting station, not measured at the field. Not for flight decisions: assess wind and sky conditions on site and follow the AMA Safety Code and your club's field rules.
Runway winds & crosswind
Pre-filled with runway 03/21, measured from aerial imagery. Adjust it if your club flies different numbers and we'll remember your change on this device.
| Runway | Length | Surface | Head / Tail | Crosswind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03FAV | ~615 ft | Asphalt | 9 mph head | 7 mph right |
| 21 | ~615 ft | Asphalt | 9 mph tail | 7 mph left |
Runway numbers are magnetic while reported winds are true north. Treat components as approximate for RC field use. Are these your club's verified runway numbers? Tell us and we'll show them for every visitor.
Extended forecast
The next 3days from the National Weather Service forecast for this field's location: conditions, temperature, wind, and rain chance.
| Day | Conditions | Hi / Lo °F | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | Mostly Sunny | 92° / 72° | SE 14 mph | 10% |
| Mon | Sunny | 99° / 73° | S 29 mph | 3% |
| Tue | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 90° / 63° | SE 16 mph | 72% |
Forecast from the US National Weather Service for this field's location. Temperatures in °F. Not for operational use.
Field information
As published by the club via the AMA Club Finder.
- Address
- 114 Southwest 20 Avenue, Great Bend, KS, 67530
- Field hours
- MACK field is at 114 SW 20 Ave, S of intersection of Highway 56 & Railroad Ave, SW of Great Bend city limits. Field features 515' x 51' Geotex runway, middle of 5 acres of buffalo grass. 12 acres w/ shade trees, parking, water hydrant, electrical outlets
- Activities permitted
- 3-D, Control Line, Ducted Fan, Electric, Fixed Wing, Fuel/Gas, Giant Scale, Helicopters, Park Flyers, Pattern, Pylon Racing, Radio Control, Soaring, Cars
- Field features
- Asphalt Runways, Grass runways, Grass Pit Area, Covered Shelter, Electricity/Power, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit, Gated Entrance, Porta-Pots, Privately Owned, Safety Fences, Spectator Area, Spectators Welcome, Startup Stands, Windsocks, Workbenches
- Restrictions
- Turbines not allowed
- Club website
- www.mackrc.net ↗
Full-scale airports within 30 nm
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These airports operate around Model Assn of Central KS 1. Stay at or below your field's agreed altitude, keep a spotter when traffic is around, and follow FAA sUAS rules and AMA safety programming.
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No weather station at this airport: showing the nearest station KGBD, 2.3 nm away.
Wind from the east-northeast (070°) at 10 kt, visibility 10+ statute miles, a few clouds at 2,800 ft, scattered clouds at 5,500 ft, broken clouds at 10,000 ft, temperature 19°C (66°F), altimeter 30.04 inHg. Conditions are Visual Flight Rules (VFR), ceiling 10,000 ft.
METAR KGBD 130556Z AUTO 07010KT 10SM -RA FEW028 SCT055 BKN100 19/17 A3004 RMK AO2 WSHFT 0510 LTG DSNT E TSE43 SLP154 P0003 60004 T01890172 10256 20183 403330183 51002 $
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Live crosswind meter
EstimatedRunway 03/21 against live wind from KGBD.
Wind is 45° off runway 03, the end with the most headwind right now.
Asphalt · ~615 ft, orientation estimated from aerial imagery, true-north headings (matches reported winds). Fly here? Get this field verified
Field aerial
1600 ft across · north up
EstimatedRunway 03/21 drawn from measurements on aerial imagery.
Imagery: USGS The National Map (public domain). Fly here? Get this field verified
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Field facts
From the FAA/AMA flying-fields publication, shown as published.
- AMA charter
- 896
- AMA district
- District 9
- FRIA
- FAA-Recognized Identification Area
- City
- Great Bend
- State
- Kansas
- ZIP
- 67530
- Coordinates
- 38.3447, -98.8097
- Nearest weather station
- KGBD · 2.3 nm
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Runway
- 03/21 (est.)
The FAA fixed-site agreement altitude is an agreement value from the FAA/AMA publication. It is not an airspace clearance. Confirm current operating rules with the club and the AMA.
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