Borkum Airport

EDWR / BMK

Borkum, DE

Last Updated
Jul 5, 18:25Z

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Currently using: EHGG
Weather Source: Groningen Airport Eelde (EHGG)
Distance: 29nm / 54km from EDWR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
18:25Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
7 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHGG 051825Z AUTO 30007KT 270V340 9999 FEW014/// BKN016/// BKN020/// 17/15 Q1019 TEMPO 7000 -SHRA -DZRA BKN012 FEW020TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
FEW 1,400 ft AGL
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,203 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,403 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,603 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,003 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,003 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Borkum Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 7 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

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 30 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: Light Showers Rain, Light DZRA, DZRA. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Showers Rain, Light DZRA between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with DZRA between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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. 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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3 ft)
Pressure Alt
-170 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 71 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHGG 051710Z 0518/0624 29010KT 9999 SCT025 PROB30 TEMPO 0518/0520 7000 -SHRA -DZRA BKN012 FEW018TCU BECMG 0521/0524 24005KT PROB30 TEMPO 0600/0606 4000 DZRA BKN012 BECMG 0606/0609 27013KT BECMG 0618/0621 22005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 290° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 240° 5 kt
00:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
DZRA
06:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 270° 13 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DWR
05
23
12
30 ✈️
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 2,657 ft 131 ft GRS 49°
2.3 kt 6.6 kt
109° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
2,854 ft 131 ft GRS 122°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
13/31 3,281 ft 66 ft ASP 132°
6.8 kt 1.5 kt
168° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Borkum Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDWR
IATA Code: BMK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3 ft MSL

Location

City: Borkum
Country: DE
Latitude: 53.596390°
Longitude: 6.709167°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,657 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,854 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 13/31
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Borkum Airport

Borkum Airport (EDWR/BMK) is located in Borkum, DE at an elevation of 3 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (05/23, 12/30, 13/31), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Borkum Airport serves Borkum in DE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (05/23, 12/30, 13/31) with grs and asp surfaces. The longest runway measures 3,281 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 EDWR, 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.