Pardubice Airport

LKPD / PED

Pardubice, CZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
0°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
2 kt
Variable
0.3 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKPD 040200Z VRB02KT 0300 R27/0325N FG VV001 00/M00 Q1027

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LKPD 032300Z 0400/0500 VRB02KT 0400 FG VV002 TEMPO 0402/0408 0200 FZFG VV001 BECMG 0410/0412 30004KT 3000 BR BKN004 BECMG 0412/0414 8000 NSC BECMG 0418/0420 5000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.4 km
Ceiling: 200 ft
Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+8h
LIFR 300° 4 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 400 ft
Mist
12:00Z BECMG
+10h
MVFR
Visibility: 8 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPD
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,203 ft 246 ft CON 93° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKPD

7,425 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
25%
IFR
6.8%
LIFR
6.6%

Pardubice Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 7.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.4%
NE
10.9%
E
30.2%
SE
4.8%
S
5.4%
SW
9.4%
W
25.4%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.6°C
Range: -18°C to 30°C
-18°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,425 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pardubice Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKPD
IATA Code: PED
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 741 ft MSL

Location

City: Pardubice
Country: CZ
Latitude: 50.013401°
Longitude: 15.738600°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,203 ft
Width: 246 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pardubice Airport

Overview

Pardubice Airport (LKPD) is a medium-sized airport located in the Eastern Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. Situated at an elevation of 741 ft MSL near the city of Pardubice, the airport serves regional and general aviation operations with a single concrete runway 09/27 measuring 8,203 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pardubice are predominantly VFR, with 65.6% of observations showing visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with an average wind speed of 6.4 knots from the east (90°) and occasional stronger gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 30°C, with an average of 6.3°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Eastern Bohemian plains provides relatively consistent wind patterns. Runway 09/27 has highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a low average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and only 9% of observations reporting fog.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most stable VFR conditions for pilots. The runway's long length and favorable wind characteristics make it suitable for a wide range of aircraft operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential temperature extremes and be aware of the occasional reduced visibility during winter months.

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.