Selfoss Airport

BISF

Selfoss, IS

Last Updated
May 14, 20:00Z

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Currently using: BIRK
Weather Source: Reykjavík Domestic Airport (BIRK)
Distance: 27nm / 49km from BISF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
3,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR BIRK 142000Z 15008KT 9999 -RA SCT019 BKN031 BKN084 09/04 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 45 ft
SCT 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 3,100 ft AGL
BKN 8,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,945 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,145 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,445 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Selfoss Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 8 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3100 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF BIRK 141647Z 1418/1518 17008KT 9999 -SHRA FEW015 BKN025 TX08/1418Z TN06/1506Z TEMPO 1418/1518 BKN012 BECMG 1421/1423 12010KT BECMG 1510/1512 12015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:27Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
21:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 120° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISF
05
23 ✈️
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
3,271 ft 0 ft UNK
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
3,478 ft 0 ft UNK
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Selfoss Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: BISF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 45 ft MSL

Location

City: Selfoss
Country: IS
Latitude: 63.929199°
Longitude: -21.037800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 3,271 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,478 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Selfoss Airport

Selfoss Airport (BISF) is located in Selfoss, IS at an elevation of 45 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (05/23, 15/33), with the longest at 3,478 feet.

Airport Overview

Selfoss Airport serves Selfoss in IS. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (05/23, 15/33) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 3,478 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from BISF, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.