Borkum Airport

EDWR / BMK

Borkum, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 06:55Z

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Currently using: EHGG
Weather Source: Groningen Airport Eelde (EHGG)
Distance: 29nm / 54km from EDWR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
06:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
9 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHGG 150655Z AUTO 23009KT 190V250 9999 SCT040/// 07/05 Q1000 TEMPO 7000 -SHRA FEW022CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3 ft
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,203 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,003 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Borkum Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 9 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft, few at 2,200 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain, Light Rain between 13:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 23:00Z and 12:00Z.

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. 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3 ft)
Pressure Alt
401 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -558 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EHGG 150504Z 1506/1612 22006KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 1506/1513 7000 SHRA FEW022CB BECMG 1507/1510 27010KT TEMPO 1513/1523 6000 SHRA -RA SCT012 FEW018CB BKN030 BECMG 1515/1518 24006KT TEMPO 1523/1612 7000 SHRA FEW018CB BECMG 1606/1609 27012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain, Light Rain
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 240° 6 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWR
05
23 ✈️
12
30
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
2,657 ft 131 ft GRS 49°
9.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
12/30 2,854 ft 131 ft GRS 122°
2.8 kt 8.6 kt
108° angle
13/31 3,281 ft 66 ft ASP 132°
1.3 kt 8.9 kt
98° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Borkum Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDWR
IATA Code: BMK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Borkum
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.596390°
Longitude: 6.709167°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,657 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,854 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Borkum Airport

Borkum Airport (EDWR/BMK) is located in Borkum, DE at an elevation of 3 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (05/23, 12/30, 13/31), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Borkum Airport serves Borkum in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (05/23, 12/30, 13/31) with grs and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,281 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 EDWR, 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.