Leipzig–Altenburg Airport

EDAC / AOC

Nobitz, DE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 04:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
04:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
2 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
23,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDAC 040450Z AUTO 13002KT 9999 // BKN230/// M01/M02 Q1027

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 640 ft
BKN 23,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
23,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
23,640 ft AMSL

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DAC
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,333 ft 148 ft CON 41°
0.0 kt 2.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDAC

7,543 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.4%
MVFR
20.7%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
5.7%

Leipzig–Altenburg Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 67.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
10%
E
5.5%
SE
12.6%
S
32.4%
SW
19%
W
9%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -13°C to 31°C
-13°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.7%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,543 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Leipzig–Altenburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDAC
IATA Code: AOC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 640 ft MSL

Location

City: Nobitz
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.981945°
Longitude: 12.506389°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,333 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Leipzig–Altenburg Airport

Overview

Leipzig–Altenburg Airport serves the Saxony region in eastern Germany, located in Nobitz near Leipzig. As a medium-sized airport situated at 640 feet mean sea level, it provides important regional aviation infrastructure supporting general aviation and potential commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at EDAC demonstrate predominantly favorable flying environments, with 73% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences moderate temperature variations from -13°C to 31°C, with an average temperature of 5.9°C. Pilots can expect stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility or fog.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (04/22) measuring 7,333 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Winds predominantly originate from the south at 180 degrees, with an average speed of 6.7 knots and occasional gusts up to 23 knots. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions for runway 04/22.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate consistent southern wind patterns with minimal crosswind challenges, averaging just 3.1 knots across the runway. September, January, and November represent the most favorable months for visual flying, offering optimal meteorological conditions. When planning approaches, the airport's geographic positioning and consistent weather patterns support predictable and straightforward navigation.

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.