Jēkabpils Air Base

EVKA

Jēkabpils, LV

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:20Z

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Currently using: EVRA
Weather Source: Riga International Airport (EVRA)
Distance: 67nm / 125km from EVKA

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
Fresh 16 min ago
17:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
8 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVRA 221720Z 31008KT 260V360 9999 FEW021 06/00 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 289 ft
FEW 2,100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,389 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Jēkabpils Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 8 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,100 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 15:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 15:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (289 ft)
Pressure Alt
387 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -624 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EVRA 221417Z 2215/2315 32014KT 9999 FEW030 TEMPO 2215/2309 32016G28KT PROB40 TEMPO 2215/2222 32016G30KT TEMPO 2309/2315 34015G30KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VKA
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
2,361 ft 131 ft CON
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Jēkabpils Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVKA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Jēkabpils
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.534698°
Longitude: 25.892500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,361 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jēkabpils Air Base

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

Overview

Jēkabpils Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in central Latvia, situated at an elevation of 289 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 56.534698, 25.892500, the airport serves the Jēkabpils region with its single runway 07/25, which measures 2,361 feet in length and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and central Latvian location suggest varied seasonal weather conditions that pilots should anticipate. With an elevation of 289 feet, the airport is positioned in a relatively flat terrain zone, which typically means stable atmospheric conditions but potential for wind variations across different seasons.

Notable Features

The concrete runway (07/25) provides a stable surface for aircraft operations, spanning 2,361 feet in length. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, which pilots should carefully assess during approach and landing phases. The airport's geographic position in central Latvia indicates a landscape likely characterized by mixed terrain and moderate elevation changes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 provides a standard approach environment for medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts given the runway's east-west orientation, and carefully assess current meteorological conditions prior to arrival. The concrete runway surface offers reliable ground handling characteristics across different weather conditions.

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

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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.