Lerwick / Tingwall Airport

EGET / LWK

Lerwick, Shetland Islands, GB

Last Updated
Jan 17, 11:50 UTC

No METAR Available for EGET

Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: EGPB
Weather Source: Sumburgh Airport (EGPB)
Distance: 19nm / 35km from EGET

Current Weather

Display Units
Last Updated
11:50Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
14kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1,019
QNH (hPa)
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPB 171150Z COR 17014KT 9999 SCT032 08/03 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 43ft
SCT 3,200ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,200ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,243ft AMSL

Altimeter Settings & Pressure Information

QNH
1,019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1,018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (43 ft)
Pressure Alt
-128 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013.25 hPa
Density Altitude: -958 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF EGPB 171055Z 1712/1721 15012KT 9999 SCT030 PROB30 TEMPO 1717/1721 7000 SHRA BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 12kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,200ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
GET
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
5,787 ft 59 ft Asphalt 16°
↑ 12.1kt ↔ 7.0kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lerwick / Tingwall Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGET
IATA Code: LWK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 43 ft MSL

Location

City: Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Country: GB
Latitude: 60.192200°
Longitude: -1.243610°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,787 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

Free Access
AIP - United Kingdom

Official AIP for United Kingdom via NATS (Free)

Managed by: NATS

Access Information: Freely accessible online
Access details: Free online

Resources for Pilots

Weather Data

Current conditions and forecasts

• Real-time METAR reports
• Extended TAF forecasts
• Flight rules assessment
Charts & Navigation

Essential aviation charts

• Visual approach charts
• Instrument procedures
• Airport diagrams
Operations

Airport operational data

• Operating hours: 24/7
• Ground handling available
• Fuel services available
Performance Calculator

Calculate takeoff and landing distances

• Runway suitability assessment
• Real weather conditions
• Safety margin analysis
Calculate Performance

About Lerwick / Tingwall Airport

Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (EGET/LWK) is a general aviation airport and airfield located in Lerwick, Shetland Islands, GB. The facility operates at an elevation of 43 feet above sea level and primarily serves private aircraft, flight training, and general aviation activities.

The facility features 1 runway (02/20) with Asphalt surface . Weather services provide regular METAR reports and TAF forecasts to ensure safe flight operations in all conditions.

Pilots can access comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, extended forecasts, and flight rules analysis. The airport information displayed here includes runway details, operational data, and essential resources for flight planning and execution. All weather data is updated regularly to provide the most current information for aviation decision-making.

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.