Skrydstrup Air Base

EKSP / SKS

Vojens, DK

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:50Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Danish Air Force aerodrome. Civil access may be available with PPR.

Access Notes:

Some military fields accept civil PPR

Consult official AIP (Denmark AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
05:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
9 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKSP 100550Z 20009KT 9999 FEW020TCU 12/10 Q1011 TEMPO -SHRA FEW020CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,141 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,141 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Skrydstrup Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 9 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft (TCU), few at 2,000 ft (CB). Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 11:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 03:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (141 ft)
Pressure Alt
209 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -117 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EKSP 100227Z 1003/1103 22012KT 9999 SCT025 TEMPO 1003/1011 4000 SHRA SCT018CB PROB40 TEMPO 1003/1011 23015G25KT TSRA TEMPO 1011/1016 FEW018TCU BECMG 1012/1015 27005KT TEMPO 1101/1103 4000 SHRA SCT015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
12:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 270° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSP
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
9,863 ft 150 ft PEM 105°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
9,750 ft 80 ft PEM 105°
1.6 kt 8.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKSP

13,952 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.2%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
11.9%

Skrydstrup Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
6.1%
E
20.7%
SE
11.5%
S
17.7%
SW
16.3%
W
17.6%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.2°C
Range: -16°C to 24°C
-16°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.9%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 13,952 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Skrydstrup Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKSP
IATA Code: SKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Vojens
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.221048°
Longitude: 9.267020°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 9,863 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 9,750 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Skrydstrup Air Base

Skrydstrup Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DK AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Skrydstrup Air Base is a medium-sized military airport located near Vojens, Denmark, situated at an elevation of 141 feet MSL. The base features two parallel precision-equipped military (PEM) runways capable of handling substantial aircraft operations. Its strategic location in southern Denmark provides critical infrastructure for military aviation in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Skrydstrup demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 52.1% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 20.3% of the flights. Temperature ranges widely from -16°C to 23°C, with an average of 6.3°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's two parallel runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) both measure over 9,700 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 5.3 knots. The geographic positioning offers relatively stable approach conditions with high average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of severely restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Skrydstrup Air Base. Pilots should anticipate predominantly south-oriented wind patterns when planning approaches. The low occurrence of calm conditions (1.2%) and minimal fog events (6.7%) generally support predictable flight planning and execution.

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.