Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield

EDUS

Lichterfeld-Schacksdorf, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 07:20Z

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Currently using: ETSH
Weather Source: Holzdorf Air Base (ETSH)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from EDUS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
07:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
26,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETSH 150720Z 27004KT 9999 FEW012 SCT200 BKN260 09/06 Q1000 BLU+

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 384 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
BKN 26,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,584 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
20,384 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
26,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
26,384 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 26,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 26000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (384 ft)
Pressure Alt
782 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 154 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.2°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DUS
09
27 ✈️
09R
27L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
3,937 ft 98 ft CON 89°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
2,904 ft 131 ft GRS 89°
4.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDUS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 384 ft MSL

Location

City: Lichterfeld-Schacksdorf
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.607250°
Longitude: 13.737545°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 2,904 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield

Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield (EDUS) is located in Lichterfeld-Schacksdorf, DE at an elevation of 384 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (09/27, 09R/27L), with the longest at 3,937 feet.

Airport Overview

Finsterwalde-Schacksdorf Airfield serves Lichterfeld-Schacksdorf in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (09/27, 09R/27L) with con and grs surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,937 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 EDUS, 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.