Deelen Air Base

EHDL

Arnhem, NL

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:55Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Netherlands Air Force aerodrome. Civil access may be available with PPR via Dutch Mil ATC.

Access Notes:

Some military fields available PPR via Dutch Mil ATC

Consult official AIP (Netherlands AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
01:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHDL 230155Z AUTO VRB01KT 9999 NCD 04/03 Q1029 BLU

Weather Briefing

VFR

Deelen Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (158 ft)
Pressure Alt
-315 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,597 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HDL
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 9,678 ft 164 ft PEM 18° 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 - EHDL

9,311 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.4%
MVFR
23.4%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
9.7%

Deelen Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 25°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.6%
NE
7.6%
E
14.8%
SE
14.4%
S
25.6%
SW
17.7%
W
8.4%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.8°C
Range: -10°C to 25°C
-10°C 25°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,311 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Deelen Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHDL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 158 ft MSL

Location

City: Arnhem
Country: NL
Latitude: 52.060600°
Longitude: 5.873060°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,678 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Deelen Air Base

Deelen Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the NL AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Deelen Air Base (EHDL) is a medium-sized airport located near Arnhem, Netherlands, serving military and potentially civilian aviation operations. Situated at 158 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure in the central Netherlands region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Deelen demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 51% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 8 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 25°C, with an average of 7.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) measuring 9,678 feet in length, constructed with a Pavement Evaluation Number (PEM) surface. The runway alignment demonstrates excellent wind compatibility, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 4.1 knots.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most predictable during September, October, and November, which present the best Visual Flight Rules conditions. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 2.5% of observations). Pilots should anticipate predominantly stable approach conditions with low probability of significant weather disruptions.

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

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.