Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield

EDSO

Salach, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 06:50Z

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Currently using: EDDS
Weather Source: Stuttgart Airport (EDDS)
Distance: 18nm / 33km from EDSO

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDS 150650Z AUTO VRB03KT 9999 FEW013 BKN046 08/04 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,318 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,618 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,918 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z.

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.

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
924 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,318 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,686 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,402 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDDS 150500Z 1506/1606 VRB03KT 9999 BKN035 BECMG 1508/1510 30005KT TEMPO 1509/1519 4000 SHRA SCT015 BKN035CB PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1517 TSRA BECMG 1521/1523 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 300° 5 kt
09:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Showers Rain
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DSO
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 1,640 ft 131 ft grass 74° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDSO
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,318 ft MSL

Location

City: Salach
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.621200°
Longitude: 9.655700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 1,640 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield

Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield (EDSO) is located in Salach, DE at an elevation of 2,318 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 1,640 feet.

Airport Overview

Gruibingen-Nortel Airfield serves Salach in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 1,640 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 EDSO, 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.