Zutendaal Air Base

EBSL

Zutendaal, BE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:55Z

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Currently using: EHBK
Weather Source: Maastricht Aachen Airport (EHBK)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from EBSL

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Belgian military aerodrome. Civil traffic may be accepted with Prior Permission (PPR) via Belga Radar.

Access Notes:

Joint civil-military ATM managed by skeyes; many military fields accept civil PPR

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
05:55Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
9 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHBK 100555Z AUTO 19009KT 150V220 9999 SCT016 OVC022 11/08 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 312 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
OVC 2,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,912 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,512 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Zutendaal Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 9 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGR. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGR between 15:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (312 ft)
Pressure Alt
200 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -205 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHBK 100505Z 1006/1112 21008KT CAVOK BECMG 1006/1009 24010KT TEMPO 1009/1102 6000 SHRA FEW020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1015/1021 4000 +SHRA TSRAGR SCT008 SCT018CB BECMG 1018/1021 21003KT BECMG 1109/1112 24010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Showers Rain
15:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Heavy Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGR
18:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 210° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSL
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,777 ft 148 ft ASP 60°
5.8 kt 6.9 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Zutendaal Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBSL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 312 ft MSL

Location

City: Zutendaal
Country: BE
Latitude: 50.949352°
Longitude: 5.593549°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,777 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Zutendaal Air Base

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

Zutendaal Air Base (EBSL) is located in Zutendaal, BE at an elevation of 312 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 9,777 feet.

Airport Overview

Zutendaal Air Base serves Zutendaal in BE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (06/24) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 9,777 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from EBSL, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.