Svalbard Airport, Longyear

ENSB / LYR

Longyearbyen, NO

Current Weather

Display Units
Last Updated
11:50Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
17kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
3,400ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1,012
QNH (hPa)
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

ENSB 141150Z 14017KT 9999 -RA FEW014 BKN034 03/M00 Q1012 RMK WIND 1400FT 13018KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 88ft
FEW 1,400ft AGL
BKN 3,400ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,488ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,488ft AMSL

Altimeter Settings & Pressure Information

QNH
1,012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1,009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (88 ft)
Pressure Alt
124 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013.25 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,295 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF ENSB 141100Z 1412/1512 12014KT 9999 -RASN SCT010 BKN025 TEMPO 1500/1512 FEW008 BKN012
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:17Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 14kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500ft
Light RASN
00:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,200ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
NSB
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
 7,608 ft 148 ft ASP 105°
↑ 10.9kt • ↔ 13.0kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Svalbard Airport, Longyear - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENSB
IATA Code: LYR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 88 ft MSL

Location

City: Longyearbyen
Country: NO
Latitude: 78.246101°
Longitude: 15.465600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+-1

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,608 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

✓ Free Access
ICAO Aeronautical Information

General ICAO aeronautical information

Managed by: ICAO

Access Information: Freely accessible online

Alternative Resources:

SkyVector EUROCONTROL EAD ChartFox

Resources for Pilots

Weather Data

Current conditions and forecasts

• Real-time METAR reports
• Extended TAF forecasts
• Flight rules assessment
Charts & Navigation

Essential aviation charts

• Visual approach charts
• Instrument procedures
• Airport diagrams
Operations

Airport operational data

• Operating hours: 24/7
• Ground handling available
• Fuel services available

About Svalbard Airport, Longyear

Svalbard Airport, Longyear (ENSB/LYR) is a regional airport serving commercial and general aviation located in Longyearbyen, NO. The facility operates at an elevation of 88 feet above sea level and primarily serves regional commercial flights and general aviation.

The facility features 1 runway (09/27) with ASP surface . Weather services provide regular METAR reports and TAF forecasts to ensure safe flight operations in all conditions.

Pilots can access comprehensive weather data, including current conditions, extended forecasts, and flight rules analysis. The airport information displayed here includes runway details, operational data, and essential resources for flight planning and execution. All weather data is updated regularly to provide the most current information for aviation decision-making.

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.

Explore More

TAF Forecasts

Extended weather forecasts and detailed TAF analysis
Charts & Navigation

Airport diagrams, approach charts, and navigation aids
Historical Data

Weather trends, historical patterns, and data analysis