Twente Airport

EHTW / ENS

Enschede, NL

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:50Z

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Currently using: EDDG
Weather Source: Münster Osnabrück Airport (EDDG)
Distance: 30nm / 56km from EHTW

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
00:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
3 kt
250°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1028 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDG 230050Z AUTO 25003KT 240V300 CAVOK 03/00 Q1028 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 0°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 24 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: Mist, Patches Fog. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 03:00Z and 07:00Z. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Patches Fog between 03:00Z and 05:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1028 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1024 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (114 ft)
Pressure Alt
-329 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,742 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EDDG 222300Z 2300/2324 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 2302/2304 OVC006 TEMPO 2303/2307 4000 BR OVC003 PROB30 TEMPO 2303/2305 1500 BCFG OVC001 BECMG 2307/2310 32006KT CAVOK BECMG 2310/2313 33011KT BECMG 2319/2321 30005KT BECMG 2322/2324 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z BECMG
+1h
IFR
Ceiling: 600 ft
03:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 300 ft
Mist
03:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Patches Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HTW
05
23 ✈️
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
9,801 ft 148 ft ASP 56°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
11/29 6,558 ft 82 ft Demo'd asphalt 112°
2.2 kt 2.0 kt
138° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Twente Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHTW
IATA Code: ENS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 114 ft MSL

Location

City: Enschede
Country: NL
Latitude: 52.275833°
Longitude: 6.889167°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 9,801 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,558 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: Demo'd asphalt
ILS: No

About Twente Airport

Overview

Twente Airport is a medium-sized airport located near Enschede in the eastern Netherlands. Situated at an elevation of 114 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the Twente region with coordinates positioned at 52.275833N, 6.889167E.

Flying Conditions

The airport features two runways with significant length variations: runway 05/23 at 9,801 feet of asphalt surface, and runway 11/29 at 6,558 feet of decommissioned asphalt. Eastern Netherlands terrain typically experiences moderate maritime climate conditions with potential wind variations that pilots should carefully assess during pre-flight planning.

Notable Features

Twente Airport's geographical positioning in the eastern Netherlands suggests potential interaction with regional terrain and potential wind complexities. The substantial length of runway 05/23 provides flexibility for diverse aircraft operations, while the secondary runway offers additional operational contingency.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate current meteorological conditions given the airport's moderate elevation and potential regional wind patterns. The primary runway 05/23's extended length of 9,801 feet offers substantial operational margins for approach and landing procedures, providing additional safety considerations during varied weather conditions.

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.