Drachten Airfield

EHDR

Drachten, NL

Last Updated
May 15, 18:25Z

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Currently using: EHLW
Weather Source: Leeuwarden Air Base (EHLW)
Distance: 15nm / 27km from EHDR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
18:25Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHLW 151825Z AUTO 30010KT 9999 FEW019 BKN023 BKN029 09/05 Q1003 WHT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 14 ft
FEW 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,914 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,314 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,914 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Drachten Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1003 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (14 ft)
Pressure Alt
322 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -395 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HDR
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
2,395 ft 79 ft CON 74°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Drachten Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHDR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 14 ft MSL

Location

City: Drachten
Country: NL
Latitude: 53.117933°
Longitude: 6.127324°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,395 ft
Width: 79 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Drachten Airfield

Drachten Airfield (EHDR) is located in Drachten, NL at an elevation of 14 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 2,395 feet.

Airport Overview

Drachten Airfield serves Drachten in NL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with con surface. The longest runway measures 2,395 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 EHDR, 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.