Karlsborg Air Base

ESIA

Karlsborg, SE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 14:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
14:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
15 kt
290°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESIA 041450Z 29015KT CAVOK 09/M00 Q1022

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ESIA 041130Z 0412/0415 29013KT CAVOK RMK MIL
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:14Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 13 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SIA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,472 ft 131 ft ASP 62°
9.6 kt 11.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESIA

7,706 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49%
MVFR
31.8%
IFR
13.4%
LIFR
5.8%

Karlsborg Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 21°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 4%
Direction Distribution:
N
6%
NE
6.5%
E
15.1%
SE
12.3%
S
11.1%
SW
21.4%
W
18.6%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.1°C
Range: -22°C to 21°C
-22°C 21°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,706 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Karlsborg Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESIA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 308 ft MSL

Location

City: Karlsborg
Country: SE
Latitude: 58.513802°
Longitude: 14.507100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,472 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Karlsborg Air Base

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

Karlsborg Air Base (ESIA) is located in Karlsborg, SE at an elevation of 308 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 7,472 feet.

Weather Profile

ESIA is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 49% of the time across 7,706 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 19.2% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at ESIA come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 8.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, October, November, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -22°C (-8°F) to 21°C (70°F), averaging 3.1°C (38°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.85 to 10.23 inHg (334-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 7,706 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). 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.