Military Airport
PPR AvailableBeauvechain Air Base - Civil traffic accepted with Prior Permission (PPR).
Access Notes:
Civil traffic accepted PPR via Belga Radar. Contact Brussels Information for PPR procedures.
PPR Information:
Contact Belga Radar on 127.350 MHz or Brussels Information for PPR.
Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRBeauvechain Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 880.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 12 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 22R
|
10,085 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 39° |
↑ 6.0 kt
•
↔ 10.4 kt
60° angle
|
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✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 22L
|
8,038 ft | 74 ft | ASP | 39° |
↑ 6.0 kt
•
↔ 10.4 kt
60° angle
|
Weather Statistics - EBBE
9,949 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Beauvechain Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 65.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, March.
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Statistics computed from 9,949 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
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About Beauvechain Air Base
Beauvechain Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the BE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Beauvechain Air Base (EBBE) is a medium-sized airport located in Belgium, situated at an elevation of 370 feet MSL near the coordinates 50.758598, 4.768330. The base features two asphalted runways: 04L/22R (10,085 ft) and 04R/22L (8,038 ft), providing flexible operational capabilities for military and potentially civilian aircraft.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Beauvechain demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 65.1% of the time. Pilots can expect moderate meteorological conditions, with Marginal VFR occurring 23.6% of the time and instrument conditions present in approximately 11.2% of observations. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 28°C, with an average of 8.3°C, suggesting potential seasonal temperature challenges.
Notable Features
The airport's wind characteristics are predominantly from the south at 180° with an average speed of 9.3 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignments, with a consistent average crosswind of 3.7 knots, which provides relatively predictable landing and takeoff conditions for pilots.
Approach Considerations
Optimal visual flying conditions are most frequent during September, January, and December, with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should note the extremely low occurrence of fog (1%) and instances of visibility below 3 miles, which contributes to generally reliable approach and landing conditions. The dual runway configuration offers flexibility in addressing wind variations and operational requirements.
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.
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