Bitburg Airport

EDRB / BBJ

Bitburg, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 03:55Z

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Currently using: ETAD
Weather Source: Spangdahlem Air Base (ETAD)
Distance: 5nm / 10km from EDRB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
03:55Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
3 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETAD 150355Z 31003KT 9999 FEW015 BKN027 04/03 A2953 RMK AO2A VIS 1200 RWY04 CIG 026 RWY04 CIG 002 RWY24 SLP996 T00440034 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,220 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,720 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,920 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bitburg Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 04:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

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

QNH
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
959 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,220 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,618 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 591 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ETAD 150400Z 1504/1610 31003KT 9999 FEW015 BKN025 620406 QNH2953INS TEMPO 1504/1506 BKN015 BECMG 1506/1507 01006KT 9999 BKN020 620408 QNH2956INS BECMG 1514/1515 30010G15KT 9999 BKN035 620408 QNH2960INS BECMG 1518/1519 33006KT 9999 BKN040 620408 QNH2965INS BECMG 1601/1602 28003KT 9999 BKN015 620406 QNH2968INS BECMG 1606/1607 30006KT 9999 BKN025 620406 QNH2973INS TX12/1513Z TN04/1504Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 10° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
14:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DRB
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
10,026 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
0.5 kt 3.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bitburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDRB
IATA Code: BBJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,220 ft MSL

Location

City: Bitburg
Country: DE
Latitude: 49.945278°
Longitude: 6.565000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 10,026 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bitburg Airport

Bitburg Airport (EDRB/BBJ) is located in Bitburg, DE at an elevation of 1,220 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 10,026 feet.

Airport Overview

Bitburg Airport serves Bitburg in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 10,026 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 EDRB, 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.