Newtownards Airport

EGAD

Newtownards, Ards and North Down, GB

Last Updated
Aug 10, 18:50Z

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Currently using: EGAC
Weather Source: George Best Belfast City Airport (EGAC)
Distance: 7nm / 12km from EGAD

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
18:50Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGAC 101850Z AUTO 12006KT 9999 FEW046 17/10 Q1022

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9 ft
FEW 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,609 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Newtownards Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 6 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 4 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGAC 101659Z 1018/1022 02006KT 9999 SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GAD
03
21
08
26
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 3,346 ft 59 ft ASP 36°
0.6 kt 6.0 kt
84° angle
08/26 1,824 ft 59 ft ASP 81°
4.7 kt 3.8 kt
39° angle
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
2,112 ft 59 ft ASP 154°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Newtownards Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGAD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9 ft MSL

Location

City: Newtownards, Ards and North Down
Country: GB
Latitude: 54.581100°
Longitude: -5.691940°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,346 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 1,824 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 2,112 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Newtownards Airport

Newtownards Airport (EGAD) is located in Newtownards, Ards and North Down, GB at an elevation of 9 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (03/21, 08/26, 15/33), with the longest at 3,346 feet.

Airport Overview

Newtownards Airport serves Newtownards, Ards and North Down in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (03/21, 08/26, 15/33) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,346 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 EGAD, 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.