Coventry Airport

EGBE / CVT

Coventry, West Midlands, GB

Last Updated
May 14, 14:50Z

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Currently using: EGBB
Weather Source: Birmingham Airport (EGBB)
Distance: 11nm / 20km from EGBE

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
14:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
11 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGBB 141450Z 30011KT 9999 SCT039CB 12/03 Q1002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 267 ft
SCT 3,900 ft AGL (CB)
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,167 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Coventry Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 11 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,900 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,900 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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, Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm RAGS between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF EGBB 141056Z 1412/1512 34008KT 9999 SCT035 TEMPO 1412/1422 6000 SHRA PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1421 36015G25KT 3000 +TSRAGS BKN014 BKN025CB PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1510 6000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 340° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBE
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
5,988 ft 151 ft ASP 47°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Coventry Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGBE
IATA Code: CVT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 267 ft MSL

Location

City: Coventry, West Midlands
Country: GB
Latitude: 52.369701°
Longitude: -1.479720°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,988 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coventry Airport

Overview

Coventry Airport is a medium-sized airport situated in the West Midlands region of Great Britain, located at coordinates 52.369701, -1.479720. Positioned at an elevation of 267 feet mean sea level, the airport serves regional aviation needs with its primary runway 05/23, which measures 5,988 feet in length and features an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation of 267 ft MSL suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions typical of the West Midlands region. Pilots should anticipate standard meteorological variations common to this latitude, with potential wind shifts that could affect runway 05/23's utilization depending on seasonal wind patterns.

Notable Features

Coventry Airport's single runway (05/23) provides flexibility for aircraft operations across its 5,988-foot asphalt surface. The airport's geographical position in the West Midlands offers pilots a strategic mid-country aviation location with potential connections to surrounding regional infrastructure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23's substantial length of 5,988 feet accommodates a range of aircraft sizes and provides adequate landing and takeoff capabilities. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and approach assessments, paying particular attention to wind direction and potential crosswind components given the runway's orientation.

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

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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.