Kassel Airport

EDVK / KSF

Calden, DE

Last Updated
Apr 24, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
9 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDVK 241220Z 30009KT 270V350 9999 FEW020 SCT023 11/05 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 820 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,820 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,120 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kassel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 9 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDVK 241100Z 2412/2421 31010KT 9999 OVC012 BECMG 2412/2413 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DVK
04L
22R
04
22
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 41°
1.7 kt 8.8 kt
101° angle
04L/22R 2,297 ft 98 ft GRS 41°
1.7 kt 8.8 kt
101° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,202 ft 147 ft ASPH 95°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EDVK

10,133 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.6%
MVFR
25.4%
IFR
10.1%
LIFR
2.9%

Kassel Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.6% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.6%
N
2.1%
S
20.8%
W
17.7%
NE
3%
NW
4.8%
SE
19.9%
SW
11%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.1°C
Range: -10°C to 28°C
-10°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 10,133 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kassel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDVK
IATA Code: KSF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 820 ft MSL

Location

City: Calden
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.420699°
Longitude: 9.392152°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04L/22R
Length: 2,297 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Kassel Airport

Overview

Kassel Airport serves the Calden region in central Germany, situated at an elevation of 820 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with three runways, offering flexible routing and operational capabilities. Its strategic location provides aviation services to the greater Hesse region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Kassel Airport demonstrate significant visual flight rule (VFR) opportunities, with 61% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 28°C, with an average of 6.4°C, indicating potential seasonal temperature variations. Prevailing winds from the south at an average of 7.4 knots suggest generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features three distinct runways: a primary 8,202-foot asphalt runway (09/27), a secondary 4,921-foot asphalt runway (04/22), and a smaller 2,297-foot grass runway (04L/22R). All runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 4.7 knots. The multiple runway configuration provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. With consistently low fog occurrence (1.3%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles, pilots can expect predictable approach conditions. The airport's wind characteristics suggest minimal wind-related operational constraints, with calm conditions occurring only 2.2% of the time.

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.