Pardubice Airport

LKPD / PED

Pardubice, CZ

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
7 kt
280°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKPD 222100Z 28007KT CAVOK 08/M02 Q1022 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pardubice Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 7 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of -2°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 08:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (741 ft)
Pressure Alt
479 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -183 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LKPD 221700Z 2218/2318 33008KT CAVOK BECMG 2219/2222 28008KT TEMPO 2308/2318 32015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
08:00Z TEMPO
+11h
VFR 320° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPD
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,203 ft 246 ft CON 93°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKPD

8,809 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.6%
MVFR
22.3%
IFR
5.9%
LIFR
6.2%

Pardubice Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 7.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
10.3%
E
29.3%
SE
5.1%
S
5.6%
SW
9.1%
W
25.4%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.9°C
Range: -18°C to 30°C
-18°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,809 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pardubice Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKPD
IATA Code: PED
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 741 ft MSL

Location

City: Pardubice
Country: CZ
Latitude: 50.013401°
Longitude: 15.738600°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,203 ft
Width: 246 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pardubice Airport

Overview

Pardubice Airport (LKPD) is a medium-sized airport located in the Eastern Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. Situated at an elevation of 741 ft MSL near the city of Pardubice, the airport serves regional and general aviation operations with a single concrete runway 09/27 measuring 8,203 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pardubice are predominantly VFR, with 65.6% of observations showing visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with an average wind speed of 6.4 knots from the east (90°) and occasional stronger gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -18°C to 30°C, with an average of 6.3°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in the Eastern Bohemian plains provides relatively consistent wind patterns. Runway 09/27 has highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a low average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and only 9% of observations reporting fog.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most stable VFR conditions for pilots. The runway's long length and favorable wind characteristics make it suitable for a wide range of aircraft operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential temperature extremes and be aware of the occasional reduced visibility during winter months.

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
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.