Hohenfels Army Airfield

ETIH

Hohenfels, DE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 23:28Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Dies ist ein Militärflugplatz der Bundeswehr. Zivilverkehr ist in der Regel nicht gestattet.

Access Notes:

Bundeswehr fields generally closed to civil traffic; some historical civil use

Consult official AIP (German AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
23:28Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI ETIH 102328Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 -DZ FEW065 FEW120 10/08 A3013 RMK AO2 DZB2255E04DZB05E19DZB28 SLP206 TSNO $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,455 ft
FEW 6,500 ft AGL
FEW 12,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,955 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
12,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,455 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Hohenfels Army Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,500 ft, few at 12,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
972 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,455 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,253 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,002 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.1°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TIH
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 2,187 ft 72 ft ASP 90°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETIH

15,842 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
49.4%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
15.4%
LIFR
15%

Hohenfels Army Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 47.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 50°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 47.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.7%
NE
4.1%
E
6.3%
SE
6.7%
S
3.1%
SW
9.6%
W
14.8%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.7°C
Range: -16°C to 50°C
-16°C 50°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 15,842 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hohenfels Army Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETIH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,455 ft MSL

Location

City: Hohenfels
Country: DE
Latitude: 49.216541°
Longitude: 11.836064°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,187 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hohenfels Army Airfield

Hohenfels Army Airfield is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Hohenfels Army Airfield is a medium-sized military airport located in southeastern Germany, situated at an elevation of 1,455 feet MSL. The airfield serves military operational and training purposes in the Hohenfels region, strategically positioned near important military installations. Its single runway 09/27 provides critical aviation infrastructure for military aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Hohenfels demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 39.3% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) accounting for nearly 40% of observations. Temperature ranges dramatically from -16°C to 29°C, with an average of 4°C, indicating potential significant thermal variations. Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270°, with an average speed of 4.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 09/27 is an asphalt surface measuring 2,187 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized military aircraft operations. Calm wind conditions are prevalent, occurring in 48.8% of observations, which can impact takeoff and landing planning. The airport's elevation and geographic location suggest potential terrain-influenced wind and visibility characteristics typical of central European terrain.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a modest average crosswind of 2.4 knots. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (only 3.9% fog occurrence). Pilots should note September, October, and January offer the most consistent visual meteorological conditions for operations.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.