Memphis International Airport (KMEM)
Memphis, United States · North America
By Renzo, CPL
ICAO
KMEM
IATA
MEM
City
Memphis
Country
United States
Region
North America
Elevation
341 ft
Runways
4 runways
Coordinates
35.0424, -89.9767
Overview
FedEx global superhub. The busiest cargo airport in North America with intensive nighttime operations.
Current Weather at KMEM
Pilots flying into or out of Memphis International Airport should always check the latest METAR (Meteorological Aerodrome Report) before departure. A METAR is a standardized weather observation issued every hour (or more frequently as a SPECI when conditions change rapidly). It includes wind direction and speed, visibility, cloud layers, temperature, dewpoint, and altimeter setting -- everything you need for a safe go/no-go decision.
Live conditions
Current METAR
SPECI KMEM 210110Z 02006KT 10SM BKN016 22/19 A3003 RMK AO2 T02170189 $Wind 020° at 6 kt — likely active runway near heading 02
Current TAF
TAF KMEM 210039Z 2101/2206 02009KT P6SM BKN015 OVC035 FM210800 03007KT 6SM BR OVC008 FM211600 03007KT P6SM OVC015 FM211800 04007KT P6SM BKN025 FM220000 05006KT P6SM SCT015 BKN035 PROB30 2202/2206 5SM -TSRA BKN015CBDecode METAR for KMEM
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Check Weather Before Your Flight
A thorough weather briefing is essential for safe flight operations at Memphis International Airport. Here are the key weather products every pilot should review:
- METARHourly surface observation for KMEM. Includes wind, visibility, ceiling, temp/dewpoint, and altimeter.
- TAFTerminal Aerodrome Forecast covering the next 24-30 hours. Look for expected wind shifts, visibility changes, and precipitation.
- NOTAMNotices to Air Missions for KMEM. Check for runway closures, taxiway restrictions, and navaid outages.
- PIREPPilot Reports from aircraft near Memphis. Real-world turbulence, icing, and cloud top reports.
- SIG/AIRMETArea forecasts for significant weather, turbulence, and icing that may affect operations around Memphis International Airport.
Learn to read sectional charts to plan your route visually, and use our crosswind calculator to check runway compatibility with current winds.
Pilot Resources at Memphis International Airport
Radio Frequencies
Always verify current frequencies in the Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) before flight. Common frequencies for airports like KMEM include ATIS/AWOS, Ground, Tower (if towered), Approach/Departure, and Clearance Delivery. Frequencies change -- never rely on outdated sources.
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Sectional Chart Guide
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Training Availability
No On-Field Training Reported
Memphis International Airport is primarily a commercial operations airport. Check nearby GA airports for flight training options.
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