Texel International Airport

EHTX

De Cocksdorp, NL

Last Updated
May 14, 23:25Z

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Currently using: EHKD
Weather Source: De Kooy Airfield / Den Helder Naval Air Station (EHKD)
Distance: 12nm / 22km from EHTX

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
23:25Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
5,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHKD 142325Z AUTO 29007KT 260V330 9999 FEW015CB SCT049 BKN054 08/05 Q1000 BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,900 ft AGL
BKN 5,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,502 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,902 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,402 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Texel International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 7 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 5400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2 ft)
Pressure Alt
400 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -440 ft
ISA Deviation: -7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EHKD 141248Z 1413/1501 33012KT 9999 SCT025 BKN030 BECMG 1416/1418 29008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HTX
03
21
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 3,637 ft 131 ft grass 34°
1.7 kt 6.8 kt
104° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,041 ft 131 ft grass 124°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Texel International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHTX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2 ft MSL

Location

City: De Cocksdorp
Country: NL
Latitude: 53.114962°
Longitude: 4.830552°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 3,637 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,041 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Texel International Airport

Texel International Airport (EHTX) is located in De Cocksdorp, NL at an elevation of 2 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (03/21, 12/30), with the longest at 3,637 feet.

Airport Overview

Texel International Airport serves De Cocksdorp in NL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (03/21, 12/30) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 3,637 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 EHTX, 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.