Båtsfjord Airport

ENBS / BJF

Båtsfjord, NO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
18:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
-7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -10°C
6 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENBS 041850Z 23006KT 9999 -SN FEW015 BKN045 M07/M10 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 490 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,990 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,990 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ENBS 041400Z 0415/0421 22006KT 9999 FEW020 SCT045
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NBS
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
3,281 ft 98 ft ASP 44°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ENBS

7,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.8%
MVFR
20.6%
IFR
8%
LIFR
5.7%

Båtsfjord Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 14.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 54 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 19°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, February, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 14.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 54 kt
Calm Winds: 1.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.4%
NE
3.4%
E
2.7%
SE
4.7%
S
30%
SW
26.8%
W
15.5%
NW
7.9%

Temperature Range

Average: -2.1°C
Range: -19°C to 19°C
-19°C 19°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

September February December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Båtsfjord Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENBS
IATA Code: BJF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 490 ft MSL

Location

City: Båtsfjord
Country: NO
Latitude: 70.600250°
Longitude: 29.692612°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Båtsfjord Airport

Overview

Båtsfjord Airport serves the municipal region of Båtsfjord in northeastern Norway, positioned at 70.600250N, 29.692612E. Located at 490 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the remote coastal community. The airport features a single asphalt runway (03/21) measuring 3,281 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 66.2% of recorded periods supporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences significant wind activity, with prevailing southerly winds averaging 14.4 knots and capable of occasional gusts up to 54 knots. Temperature ranges from -17°C to 19°C, with a mean temperature of -0.5°C, suggesting potential winter operational challenges.

Notable Features

Situated in a high-latitude region near the Barents Sea, Båtsfjord Airport is characterized by its Arctic coastal environment. The airport's elevation and geographic position contribute to dynamic meteorological conditions, with potential rapid weather transitions. The single runway's orientation (03/21) is strategically aligned to accommodate the prevailing wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Wind data indicates runway 03/21 has 100% favorable wind coverage, with an average crosswind component of 7 knots. Pilots should note the highest probability of optimal VFR conditions during September, January, and December. The airport's visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of reduced visibility or fog.

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.