Weston Airport

EIWT

Leixlip, IE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:30Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
12:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
17 kt
80° G27 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIME 221230Z 08017G27KT 060V120 9999 FEW020 SCT024 11/05 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 150 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,150 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,550 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Weston Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 17 knots with gusts to 27 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 17-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 5 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 2,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IWT
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
3,038 ft 23 ft ASPH 67°
16.7 kt 3.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weston Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EIWT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 150 ft MSL

Location

City: Leixlip
Country: IE
Latitude: 53.351622°
Longitude: -6.490357°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,038 ft
Width: 23 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Weston Airport

Overview

Weston Airport serves the greater Dublin metropolitan area, located in Leixlip, County Kildare, Ireland. As a medium-sized airport with a single asphalt runway, it provides critical general aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport sits at a modest elevation of 150 feet above mean sea level, positioning it in relatively flat terrain near Ireland's east coast.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 53.351622° North latitude, Weston Airport experiences typical maritime temperate climate conditions characteristic of Ireland's eastern seaboard. Pilots should anticipate potential variable wind conditions, particularly during transitional seasons. The airport's single runway (07/25) measures 3,038 feet, which accommodates smaller general aviation aircraft and provides reasonable operational flexibility.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position near Dublin offers proximity to urban infrastructure while maintaining sufficient separation from major commercial air traffic zones. Its single runway orientation (07/25) suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing meteorological conditions. The modest elevation of 150 feet MSL indicates minimal terrain complexity in the immediate airport environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's length of 3,038 feet requires careful performance planning for aircraft operations. Pilots should assess wind direction and strength when selecting runway heading, recognizing potential crosswind components. Standard approach procedures will involve careful speed and descent management consistent with the runway's physical characteristics.

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

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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.