Skrydstrup Air Base

EKSP / SKS

Vojens, DK

Last Updated
Apr 19, 06:50Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Danish Air Force aerodrome. Civil access may be available with PPR.

Access Notes:

Some military fields accept civil PPR

Consult official AIP (Denmark AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
4 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKSP 190650Z 31004KT 280V340 9999 OVC007 07/06 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
OVC 700 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
841 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Skrydstrup Air Base is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 700 feet AGL (overcast). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 01:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EKSP 190527Z 1906/2006 30008KT 9999 BKN008 BECMG 1906/1909 BKN020 TEMPO 1912/1917 FEW008 SCT012CB TEMPO 2001/2006 3000 -RA BKN006 BECMG 2002/2005 10008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:00Z BASE
+0h
IFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+5h
MVFR

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSP
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
9,863 ft 150 ft PEM 105°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
9,750 ft 80 ft PEM 105°
3.5 kt 2.0 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 - EKSP

11,345 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.2%
MVFR
21.3%
IFR
16.3%
LIFR
14.2%

Skrydstrup Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.1%
NE
5.7%
E
23.5%
SE
12.4%
S
18.5%
SW
16.6%
W
15.1%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -16°C to 23°C
-16°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.5%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,345 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Skrydstrup Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKSP
IATA Code: SKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Vojens
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.221048°
Longitude: 9.267020°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 9,863 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 9,750 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Skrydstrup Air Base

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

Overview

Skrydstrup Air Base is a medium-sized military airport located near Vojens, Denmark, situated at an elevation of 141 feet MSL. The base features two parallel precision-equipped military (PEM) runways capable of handling substantial aircraft operations. Its strategic location in southern Denmark provides critical infrastructure for military aviation in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Skrydstrup demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 52.1% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 20.3% of the flights. Temperature ranges widely from -16°C to 23°C, with an average of 6.3°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's two parallel runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) both measure over 9,700 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 5.3 knots. The geographic positioning offers relatively stable approach conditions with high average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of severely restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Skrydstrup Air Base. Pilots should anticipate predominantly south-oriented wind patterns when planning approaches. The low occurrence of calm conditions (1.2%) and minimal fog events (6.7%) generally support predictable flight planning and execution.

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.