Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup

EKKA / KRP

Karup, DK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:21Z

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 23 min ago
09:21Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
8 kt
250°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1028 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKKA 040921Z 25008KT CAVOK 05/04 Q1028 NOSIG
QNH
1028 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1022 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (170 ft)
Pressure Alt
-273 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,432 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EKKA 040827Z 0409/0509 24005KT 1000 BR SCT002 BECMG 0409/0410 9999 NSW BECMG 0421/0424 17005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:44Z BASE
+0h
LIFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 1 km
Mist
21:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 170° 5 kt

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°
↓ 6.5 kt • ↔ 4.7 kt
144° angle
09/27 2,789 ft 197 ft GRS 90°
↓ 7.5 kt • ↔ 2.7 kt
160° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
 9,816 ft 75 ft ASP 89°
↑ 7.5 kt • ↔ 2.7 kt
20° angle
✈️ 09R/27L
Active: 27L
 9,607 ft 150 ft PEM 89°
↑ 7.5 kt • ↔ 2.7 kt
20° angle
14/32 2,296 ft 60 ft PEM 134°
↓ 3.5 kt • ↔ 7.2 kt
116° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKKA

10,968 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
31.8%
MVFR
26.5%
IFR
21.4%
LIFR
20.4%

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 31.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 41.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
3.5%
E
22.4%
SE
16.5%
S
24.4%
SW
16.4%
W
9.2%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.4°C
Range: -18°C to 23°C
-18°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,968 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 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

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
250°@8kt
Density Alt
170ft, 5°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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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.

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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.