Rostock-Laage Airport

ETNL / RLG

Laage, DE

Last Updated
Apr 20, 04:20Z

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
Recent 58 min ago
04:20Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETNL 200420Z 03007KT 9999 FEW011 SCT070 BKN090 05/04 Q1015 BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 138 ft
FEW 1,100 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,238 ft AMSL
⛅
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,138 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,138 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rostock-Laage Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (138 ft)
Pressure Alt
86 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,081 ft
ISA Deviation: -9.7°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
TNL
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
 8,202 ft 148 ft CON 98°
↑ 3.5 kt • ↔ 6.1 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETNL

5,698 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.4%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
14.5%
LIFR
11%

Rostock-Laage Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 26°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
2.7%
E
24.3%
SE
13%
S
13.2%
SW
17.2%
W
17.4%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -12°C to 26°C
-12°C 26°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 5,698 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Rostock-Laage Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETNL
IATA Code: RLG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 138 ft MSL

Location

City: Laage
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.918201°
Longitude: 12.278300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
30°@7kt
Density Alt
138ft, 5°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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About Rostock-Laage Airport

Rostock-Laage Airport 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

Rostock-Laage Airport is a medium-sized airport located in northeastern Germany, serving the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region. Situated at 138 feet above mean sea level near the coastal city of Rostock, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and military operations in this part of northern Germany.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Rostock-Laage are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 56.6% of observations supporting VFR operations. Southwest winds dominate at 225 degrees, averaging 7.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 26°C, with an average of 6.1°C, requiring pilots to prepare for potential seasonal weather challenges.

Notable Features

The airport features a single concrete runway (09/27) measuring 8,202 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Its coastal location near the Baltic Sea suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind variability. The low percentage of calm wind conditions (0.5%) indicates consistent air movement that pilots should anticipate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. September through November represent the most stable VFR months, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog events, which occur in approximately 5.3% of observations.

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.

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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.