Rostock-Laage Airport

ETNL / RLG

Laage, DE

Last Updated
Jun 10, 01:20Z

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
Fresh 24 min ago
01:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
4 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETNL 100120Z 23004KT 9999 FEW055 10/07 Q1014 BLU+

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 138 ft
FEW 5,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,638 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rostock-Laage Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (138 ft)
Pressure Alt
116 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -451 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.7°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: 27
8,202 ft 148 ft CON 98°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETNL

6,894 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62.2%
MVFR
16.3%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
9.2%

Rostock-Laage Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.5%
N
4.5%
S
12.1%
W
17.7%
NE
3.6%
NW
10.2%
SE
11.7%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.4°C
Range: -12°C to 28°C
-12°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 6,894 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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

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.

Official Data Sources

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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.