Wittmundhafen Air Base

ETNT

Wittmund, DE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 10:20Z

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 35 min ago
10:20Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
11 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETNT 101020Z 28011KT 9999 -TSRA BKN025CB SCT060 14/06 Q1014 BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
BKN 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,526 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,026 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Wittmundhafen Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (26 ft)
Pressure Alt
4 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -110 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TNT
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,005 ft 98 ft ASP 78°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETNT

6,681 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67%
MVFR
15.5%
IFR
9.4%
LIFR
8.1%

Wittmundhafen Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 67% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.1%
N
7.2%
S
19.1%
W
11.2%
NE
6.2%
NW
6.1%
SE
9.5%
SW
19.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.2°C
Range: -13°C to 30°C
-13°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.6%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,681 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wittmundhafen Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETNT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Wittmund
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.547798°
Longitude: 7.667330°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Wittmundhafen Air Base

Wittmundhafen Air Base 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

Wittmundhafen Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in northwestern Germany near the town of Wittmund. Situated at 26 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 53.547798, 7.667330, the base serves as a strategic aviation facility in the Lower Saxony region. Its single runway 07/25 spans 8,005 feet and is constructed of asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Wittmundhafen are predominantly VFR, with 66.2% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southwest wind at 225° averaging 7.7 knots and occasionally reaching 22 knots. Temperature ranges significantly from -13°C to 20°C, with an average of 6.7°C, suggesting pilots should be prepared for potential temperature-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 26 feet MSL indicates a flat terrain characteristic of the coastal northern German landscape. Wind patterns show minimal calm periods (0.5%), ensuring consistent air movement. Visibility is typically excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of restricted visibility, with fog occurring in only 1.6% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.3 knots. September, October, and December represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.