Jēkabpils Air Base

EVKA

Jēkabpils, LV

Last Updated
Jul 4, 06:50Z

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Currently using: EVRA
Weather Source: Riga International Airport (EVRA)
Distance: 67nm / 125km from EVKA

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
5 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EVRA 040650Z 29005KT 170V340 9999 FEW013CB BKN018 18/14 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 289 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,589 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,089 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Jēkabpils Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1800 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 18:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (289 ft)
Pressure Alt
567 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 996 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EVRA 040501Z 0406/0506 24005KT 9999 BKN009 BECMG 0406/0407 30010KT BKN015 TEMPO 0407/0418 4000 TSRA BKN020CB TEMPO 0418/0503 3000 SHRA BKN008 BKN015CB PROB40 TEMPO 0418/0503 TS
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:55Z BASE
+0h
IFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 900 ft
07:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
18:00Z TEMPO
+12h
LIFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Showers Rain
18:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+12h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VKA
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
2,361 ft 131 ft CON
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Jēkabpils Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EVKA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Jēkabpils
Country: LV
Latitude: 56.534698°
Longitude: 25.892500°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,361 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Jēkabpils Air Base

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

Overview

Jēkabpils Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in central Latvia, situated at an elevation of 289 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 56.534698, 25.892500, the airport serves the Jēkabpils region with its single runway 07/25, which measures 2,361 feet in length and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and central Latvian location suggest varied seasonal weather conditions that pilots should anticipate. With an elevation of 289 feet, the airport is positioned in a relatively flat terrain zone, which typically means stable atmospheric conditions but potential for wind variations across different seasons.

Notable Features

The concrete runway (07/25) provides a stable surface for aircraft operations, spanning 2,361 feet in length. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, which pilots should carefully assess during approach and landing phases. The airport's geographic position in central Latvia indicates a landscape likely characterized by mixed terrain and moderate elevation changes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 provides a standard approach environment for medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind shifts given the runway's east-west orientation, and carefully assess current meteorological conditions prior to arrival. The concrete runway surface offers reliable ground handling characteristics across different weather 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.

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.