Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup

EKKA / KRP

Karup, DK

Last Updated
Apr 19, 04:30Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Danish Air Force aerodrome. Civil access may be available with PPR.

Access Notes:

Some military fields accept civil PPR

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
04:30Z

🌅 Dawn
IFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI EKKA 190430Z AUTO 32003KT 9999 OVC009/// 07/06 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 170 ft
OVC 900 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,070 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Light Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 03:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 23:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 EKKA 190227Z 1903/2003 25005KT 9999 BKN010 TEMPO 1903/1907 3000 BR BKN003 BECMG 1908/1911 33010KT BKN020 TEMPO 1923/2003 3000 -RA BKN006 BECMG 2000/2003 10008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 250° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 330° 10 kt
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKA
03
21
09L
27R
09
27
09R
27L
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 2,818 ft 50 ft PEM 34°
0.8 kt 2.9 kt
74° angle
09/27 2,789 ft 197 ft GRS 90°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
130° angle
09L/27R 9,816 ft 75 ft ASP 89°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
129° angle
09R/27L 9,607 ft 150 ft PEM 89°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
129° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
2,296 ft 60 ft PEM 134°
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKKA

14,028 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
33.2%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
20.8%
LIFR
20.6%

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 41.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
2.9%
E
18.9%
SE
16%
S
25.9%
SW
17%
W
11.9%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.8°C
Range: -18°C to 23°C
-18°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.7%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 14,028 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKKA
IATA Code: KRP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 170 ft MSL

Location

City: Karup
Country: DK
Latitude: 56.297139°
Longitude: 9.104311°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,818 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 2,789 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 9,816 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 9,607 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,296 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup

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

Overview

Midtjyllands Airport, located in Karup, Denmark, is a medium-sized airport serving both military and civilian aviation needs. Situated at 170 feet above mean sea level with multiple runways, the airport provides strategic operational capabilities in central Jutland. Its diverse runway configuration accommodates various aircraft types and operational requirements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Midtjyllands Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 35.6% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, including Marginal VFR (24.5%) and Instrument Flight Rules (21.6%) conditions. The prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 8.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from -18°C to 23°C and an average of 5.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport features five runways with different surface types, including asphalt (ASP), pavement with emergency material (PEM), and grass (GRS). The longest runway, 09L/27R, extends 9,816 feet, providing significant operational flexibility. With low fog occurrence (6.9%) and consistently favorable wind alignments across all runways, the airport offers reliable operational conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind favorability across all runway orientations, with average crosswinds between 5.2 and 5.4 knots. September through November offer the most favorable VFR conditions, presenting optimal flying opportunities. The high average visibility of 10 statute miles supports predictable approach and landing scenarios.

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
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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.