Beauvechain Air Base

Beauvechain Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the BE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Beauvechain Air Base (EBBE) is a medium-sized airport located in Belgium, situated at an elevation of 370 feet MSL near the coordinates 50.758598, 4.768330. The base features two asphalted runways: 04L/22R (10,085 ft) and 04R/22L (8,038 ft), providing flexible operational capabilities for military and potentially civilian aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Beauvechain demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 65.1% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological conditions, with Marginal VFR occurring 23.6% of the time and instrument conditions present in approximately 11.2% of observations. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 28°C, with an average of 8.3°C, suggesting potential seasonal temperature challenges.

Notable Features

The airport's wind characteristics are predominantly from the south at 180° with an average speed of 9.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with a consistent average crosswind of 3.7 knots, which provides relatively predictable landing and takeoff conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Optimal visual flying conditions are most frequent during September, January, and December, with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should note the extremely low occurrence of fog (1%) and instances of visibility below 3 miles, which contributes to generally reliable approach and landing conditions. The dual runway configuration offers flexibility in addressing wind variations and operational requirements.