Fair Isle Airport

EGEF / FIE

Fair Isle, GB

Last Updated
Jun 13, 12:50Z

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Currently using: EGPB
Weather Source: Sumburgh Airport (EGPB)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from EGEF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
12:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPB 131250Z COR 36006KT 9999 -SHRA FEW018TCU 12/10 Q1009 TEMPO SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 223 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (TCU)
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,023 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Fair Isle Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 6 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft (TCU). Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z.

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. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (223 ft)
Pressure Alt
351 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 45 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGPB 131058Z 1312/1321 27010KT 9999 FEW012 SCT035 BECMG 1312/1315 36005KT PROB30 TEMPO 1312/1321 8000 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEF
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
1,761 ft 75 ft Gravel 62°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Fair Isle Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGEF
IATA Code: FIE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 223 ft MSL

Location

City: Fair Isle
Country: GB
Latitude: 59.534721°
Longitude: -1.628509°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 1,761 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: Gravel
ILS: No

About Fair Isle Airport

Fair Isle Airport (EGEF/FIE) is located in Fair Isle, GB at an elevation of 223 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 1,761 feet.

Airport Overview

Fair Isle Airport serves Fair Isle in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (06/24) with gravel surface. The longest runway measures 1,761 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from EGEF, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.