Bitburg Airport

EDRB / BBJ

Bitburg, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 23:25Z

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Currently using: ETAD
Weather Source: Spangdahlem Air Base (ETAD)
Distance: 5nm / 10km from EDRB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
23:25Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
5 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI ETAD 142325Z 34005KT 9999 SCT015 BKN022 OVC028 06/04 A2950 RMK AO2A RAE2257DZB2257E01RAB06E19DZB19E25 CIG 022V028 BKN V SCT SLP985 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,220 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
OVC 2,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,720 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,420 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bitburg Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 2,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 5 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 20:00Z and 21:00Z.

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 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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
958 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,220 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,648 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 861 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ETAD 142000Z 1420/1602 VRB03KT 9999 OVC025 620409 QNH2947INS TEMPO 1420/1421 8000 -RA BECMG 1500/1501 35006KT 9999 OVC015 620409 QNH2949INS BECMG 1503/1504 35006KT 9999 BKN030 620409 QNH2950INS BECMG 1514/1515 32009KT 9999 BKN070 620706 QNH2958INS BECMG 1520/1521 32003KT 9999 BKN030 620409 QNH2966INS TX12/1512Z TN05/1504Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
00:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR 350° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 350° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DRB
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
10,026 ft 148 ft ASP 55°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bitburg Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDRB
IATA Code: BBJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,220 ft MSL

Location

City: Bitburg
Country: DE
Latitude: 49.945278°
Longitude: 6.565000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 10,026 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bitburg Airport

Bitburg Airport (EDRB/BBJ) is located in Bitburg, DE at an elevation of 1,220 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 10,026 feet.

Airport Overview

Bitburg Airport serves Bitburg in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 10,026 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 EDRB, 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.