Celle Army Airfield

ETHC

Celle, DE

Last Updated
Jun 2, 15:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Dies ist ein Militärflugplatz der Bundeswehr. Zivilverkehr ist in der Regel nicht gestattet.

Access Notes:

Bundeswehr fields generally closed to civil traffic; some historical civil use

Consult official AIP (German AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 44 min ago
15:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
7 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETHC 021520Z 15007KT 9999 VCSH FEW043CB SCT180 BKN250 24/11 Q1004 BLU+

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 129 ft
FEW 4,300 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 18,000 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,429 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
18,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
18,129 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,129 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Celle Army Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 23:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 18:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (129 ft)
Pressure Alt
407 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,518 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ETHC 021327Z 0214/0223 14010KT 9999 NSW SCT050 BKN120 PROB30 0214/0223 VRB15G30KT 3000 TSRA SCT020 BKN040CB TEMPO 0218/0223 16005KT 5000 RA BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:03Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 12,000 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
THC
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
6,007 ft 148 ft ASP 81°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETHC

6,578 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
16.1%
IFR
9%
LIFR
7.4%

Celle Army Airfield typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 16.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.8%
N
4.3%
S
14.6%
W
11.7%
NE
13.8%
NW
3.7%
SE
8.5%
SW
19.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -14°C to 30°C
-14°C 30°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 6,578 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Celle Army Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETHC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 129 ft MSL

Location

City: Celle
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.591202°
Longitude: 10.022100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Celle Army Airfield

Celle Army Airfield is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Celle Army Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in Lower Saxony, Germany, serving primarily military aviation operations. Situated at 129 feet above mean sea level near the city of Celle, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for Allied forces in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 69.4% of recorded METARs showing favorable visual flight rules. The airport experiences a moderate climate with temperature ranges from -14°C to 30°C, and consistent southwest winds averaging 6.8 knots. Seasonal data suggests September, October, and December offer the most stable VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 08/26 is 6,007 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of handling medium-sized military aircraft. Wind data reveals 100% runway alignment favorability, with an average crosswind of only 3.8 knots, providing relatively comfortable approach and landing conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Prevailing southwest winds at 225 degrees consistently influence approach strategies, with minimal turbulence and predictable wind patterns. The low percentage of IFR (7.1%) and extremely rare low IFR conditions (6.1%) suggest generally reliable visual approach opportunities throughout the year.

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
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.