Meiringen Air Base

LSMM

Meiringen, CH

Last Updated
Apr 10, 23:20Z

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
Recent 34 min ago
23:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
1 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSMM 102320Z AUTO VRB01KT 9999NDV SCT230 06/06 Q1016 RMK

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,895 ft
SCT 23,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
24,895 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Meiringen Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 23,000 feet.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 23,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
953 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,895 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,813 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,188 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.2°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMM
10
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
10/28 6,571 ft 130 ft ASP 95° 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 - LSMM

9,180 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
84.3%
MVFR
12.2%
IFR
1.9%
LIFR
1.6%

Meiringen Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 42.1% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 33.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 42.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.4%
NE
2.2%
E
20.7%
SE
5.7%
S
1.2%
SW
6.1%
W
17.6%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.6°C
Range: -14°C to 26°C
-14°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 33.3%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,180 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Meiringen Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSMM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,895 ft MSL

Location

City: Meiringen
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.742324°
Longitude: 8.108919°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,571 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Meiringen Air Base

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

Meiringen Air Base (LSMM) is located in Meiringen, CH at an elevation of 1,895 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 6,571 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 9,180 weather observations shows LSMM maintains VFR conditions 84.3% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 12.2% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 3.5% of reports. Fog affects the airport in approximately 33.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LSMM come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 5.6 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (42.1% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 10/28 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -14°C (7°F) to 26°C (79°F), averaging 4.6°C (40°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.83 to 10.32 inHg (333-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,180 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.