Kassel Airport

EDVK / KSF

Calden, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
2 kt
Variable
4.4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDVK 040920Z VRB02KT 4400 0800N R27/P2000N BCFG FEW001 05/05 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 820 ft
FEW 100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
920 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDVK 040800Z 0409/0418 VRB02KT 0200 FG SCT001 TEMPO 0409/0410 BKN001 BECMG 0410/0412 9999
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:37Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.2 km
Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DVK
04L
22R
04
22
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 41° No wind data
04L/22R 2,297 ft 98 ft GRS 41° No wind data
09/27 8,202 ft 147 ft ASPH 95° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDVK

7,828 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
30%
IFR
11.6%
LIFR
3.6%

Kassel Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.8%
NE
2.7%
E
18.4%
SE
22%
S
23.1%
SW
11.7%
W
15.3%
NW
3.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -10°C to 28°C
-10°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.5%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,828 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kassel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDVK
IATA Code: KSF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 820 ft MSL

Location

City: Calden
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.420699°
Longitude: 9.392152°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04L/22R
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Kassel Airport

Overview

Kassel Airport serves the Calden region in central Germany, situated at an elevation of 820 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with three runways, offering flexible routing and operational capabilities. Its strategic location provides aviation services to the greater Hesse region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kassel Airport demonstrate significant visual flight rule (VFR) opportunities, with 61% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 28°C, with an average of 6.4°C, indicating potential seasonal temperature variations. Prevailing winds from the south at an average of 7.4 knots suggest generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three distinct runways: a primary 8,202-foot asphalt runway (09/27), a secondary 4,921-foot asphalt runway (04/22), and a smaller 2,297-foot grass runway (04L/22R). All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 4.7 knots. The multiple runway configuration provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. With consistently low fog occurrence (1.3%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles, pilots can expect predictable approach conditions. The airport's wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related operational constraints, with calm conditions occurring only 2.2% of the time.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.