Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield

EBST

Sint-Truiden, BE

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

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Currently using: EBLG
Weather Source: Liège Airport (EBLG)
Distance: 13nm / 24km from EBST

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
10 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBLG 141220Z 30010KT 240V320 9999 FEW030CB SCT045 10/06 Q0998 TEMPO 27015G25KT 3500 SHRAGS SCT020CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 246 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,246 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,246 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,746 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft (CB), scattered at 4,500 ft, scattered at 2,000 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS, Mist, Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS between 06:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 03:00Z and 06:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (246 ft)
Pressure Alt
704 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 163 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EBLG 141117Z 1412/1518 34009KT 9999 SCT020TCU SCT030 PROB30 TEMPO 1406/1418 34015G25KT 3000 SHRA TSRAGS BKN020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1503/1506 4000 BR BKN005 PROB30 TEMPO 1510/1515 4000 SHRA SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 340° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BST
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
3,597 ft 164 ft ASP 57°
5.0 kt 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EBST
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 246 ft MSL

Location

City: Sint-Truiden
Country: BE
Latitude: 50.790772°
Longitude: 5.199580°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,597 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield

Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield (EBST) is located in Sint-Truiden, BE at an elevation of 246 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 3,597 feet.

Airport Overview

Sint-Truiden / Brustem Airfield serves Sint-Truiden in BE. 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 asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,597 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 EBST, 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.