Faßberg Air Base

ETHS

Faßberg, DE

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:20Z

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
Aging 1 hour ago
00:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
8 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETHS 230020Z 30008KT 9999 03/01 Q1026 BLU+

Weather Briefing

VFR

Faßberg Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 8 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 1°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
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (245 ft)
Pressure Alt
-138 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,519 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.5°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
THS
06
24 ✈️
09L
27R ✈️
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
1,312 ft 148 ft GRS 64°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
8,005 ft 95 ft ASP 91°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 09L/27R
Active: 27R
3,281 ft 164 ft GRS 88°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETHS

5,624 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
10.1%

Faßberg Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 60% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.7%
NE
5.6%
E
24.4%
SE
7.8%
S
15.9%
SW
18.2%
W
16.8%
NW
5%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -19°C to 29°C
-19°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 5,624 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Faßberg Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETHS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 245 ft MSL

Location

City: Faßberg
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.919399°
Longitude: 10.185827°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 1,312 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 8,005 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Faßberg Air Base

Faßberg 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

Faßberg Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in northern Germany, situated at an elevation of 245 feet MSL near the town of Faßberg. The airport features three runways, providing multiple operational options for various aircraft types and weather conditions. Its strategic location and diverse runway configuration suggest potential military or mixed civilian-military usage.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate generally favorable flying conditions, with 57.2% of recorded periods under Visual Flight Rules (VFR). Pilots can expect predominantly southwest winds averaging 7.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from -19°C to 29°C. Seasonal variations show September, January, and October as the most consistent VFR months, with minimal fog occurrence (5.5%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer comprehensive wind coverage, with each runway showing 100% favorable wind alignment. Runway 09/27 is the longest at 8,005 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff capabilities. The two grass runways (06/24 and 09L/27R) offer additional operational flexibility, with modest lengths of 1,312 and 3,281 feet respectively.

Approach Considerations

Crosswind conditions are generally mild, with average crosswind components of 3.5-3.9 knots across all runways. Pilots should anticipate southwest winds when planning approaches, with predictable wind characteristics that support consistent landing strategies. The multiple runway options allow for optimal wind-aligned takeoffs and landings across different aircraft types and performance envelopes.

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

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.