Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield

EDWQ

Ganderkesee, DE

Last Updated
Jul 5, 03:50Z

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Currently using: EDDW
Weather Source: Bremen Airport (EDDW)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from EDWQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
03:50Z

🌅 Dawn
IFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
11 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EDDW 050350Z AUTO 30011KT 9999 FEW009 BKN029 OVC037 17/15 Q1018 TEMPO BKN009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 95 ft
FEW 900 ft AGL
BKN 900 ft AGL
BKN 2,900 ft AGL
OVC 3,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
995 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
995 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,995 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,795 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 11 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 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: Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 00:00Z and 07:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 04:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (95 ft)
Pressure Alt
-48 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 215 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EDDW 042300Z 0500/0524 29009KT 9999 SCT015 BKN025 TEMPO 0500/0504 3500 SHRA SCT007 BKN012TCU PROB40 TEMPO 0500/0507 BKN007 TEMPO 0504/0508 BKN012 PROB30 TEMPO 0504/0512 SHRA BKN015TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0511/0515 31015G25KT BECMG 0518/0521 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:04Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 290° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
11:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
VFR 310° 15 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWQ
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
2,743 ft 72 ft paved
8.4 kt 7.1 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDWQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 95 ft MSL

Location

City: Ganderkesee
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.036110°
Longitude: 8.505556°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 2,743 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: paved
ILS: No

About Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield

Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield (EDWQ) is located in Ganderkesee, DE at an elevation of 95 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 2,743 feet.

Airport Overview

Ganderkesee Atlas Airfield serves Ganderkesee 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 (08/26) with paved surface. The longest runway measures 2,743 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 EDWQ, 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.