Wunstorf Air Base

ETNW

, DE

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:20Z

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 47 min ago
11:20Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -5°C
3 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETNW 221120Z 34003KT 9999 14/M05 Q1027 BLU+BLU+

Weather Briefing

VFR

Wunstorf Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of -5°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1021 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (187 ft)
Pressure Alt
-226 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -301 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
TNW
02 ✈️
20
08
26
08R
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
 5,573 ft 157 ft ASP 26°
↑ 2.3 kt • ↔ 1.9 kt
40° angle
08/26 8,199 ft 148 ft ASP 81°
↓ 0.6 kt • ↔ 2.9 kt
101° angle
08R/26L 3,569 ft 132 ft GRS 81°
↓ 0.6 kt • ↔ 2.9 kt
101° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging
Airport Operations & AIP Data

Fuel, parking, approach procedures, PPL info, and more

Weather Statistics - ETNW

5,588 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.4%
MVFR
20.8%
IFR
11.7%
LIFR
7.1%

Wunstorf Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 60.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
3.9%
E
22.7%
SE
12.6%
S
14.4%
SW
17%
W
20.1%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.6°C
Range: -9°C to 30°C
-9°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.3%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 5,588 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wunstorf Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETNW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 187 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.457298°
Longitude: 9.427170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,573 ft
Width: 157 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 8,199 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 3,569 ft
Width: 132 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
340°@3kt
Density Alt
187ft, 14°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Wunstorf Air Base

Wunstorf Air Base 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

Wunstorf Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Germany with an elevation of 187 ft MSL. The airport features three runways: two asphalt (02/20 and 08/26) and one grass runway (08R/26L), providing flexible operational capabilities. Its strategic location and diverse runway configuration suggest military and potentially civilian support operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Wunstorf demonstrates favorable VFR conditions 63.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 22.5% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds average 8.5 knots, with temperature ranges from -9°C to 30°C. September, October, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, offering optimal meteorological conditions for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer comprehensive wind coverage, with each runway demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignment. Runway lengths vary significantly, with the longest (08/26) measuring 8,199 ft and the shortest grass runway (08R/26L) at 3,569 ft. The average crosswind remains consistently low across runways, ranging between 4.2-5.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions with westerly prevailing winds at 270 degrees. The multi-runway configuration allows flexibility in approaches, with minimal crosswind interference. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, and fog is infrequent at only 3.4% of observations, suggesting generally reliable visual approach conditions.

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.