Bitburg Airport

EDRB / BBJ

Bitburg, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 13:55Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
13:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
14 kt
230° G19 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETAD 041355Z 23014G19KT 9999 CLR 27/07 A3025 RMK AO2A SLP231 T02740073 $

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bitburg Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 14 knots with gusts to 19 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,220 ft)
Pressure Alt
898 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,631 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ETAD 041145Z 0412/0518 26010G20KT 9999 SKC QNH3025INS BECMG 0419/0420 28006KT 9999 SCT070 SCT150 QNH3021INS TX27/0413Z TN15/0504Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:53Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 280° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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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°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° 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.