Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield

EBZU

Zuienkerke, BE

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:20Z

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Currently using: EBOS
Weather Source: Oostende-Brugge International Airport (EBOS)
Distance: 11nm / 19km from EBZU

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
5 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBOS 180720Z 22005KT 9999 FEW048 12/10 Q1021 TEMPO BKN008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 800 ft AGL
FEW 4,800 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
816 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,816 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 5 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 800 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Rain, Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
-217 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -573 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EBOS 180501Z 1806/1912 33006KT 9999 BKN040 TEMPO 1806/1809 4000 SHRA SCT008 BKN014 PROB30 TEMPO 1809/1812 RA SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR
Rain, Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BZU
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
400 ft 18 ft UNK
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBZU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Zuienkerke
Country: BE
Latitude: 51.255550°
Longitude: 3.139858°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 400 ft
Width: 18 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield

Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield (EBZU) is located in Zuienkerke, BE at an elevation of 16 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 400 feet.

Airport Overview

Zuienkerke Sport Aviation Airfield serves Zuienkerke in BE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (17/35) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 400 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national 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 Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from EBZU, 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.