Papa Westray Airport

EGEP / PPW

Papa Westray, GB

Last Updated
Jul 4, 19:20Z

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Currently using: EGPA
Weather Source: Kirkwall Airport (EGPA)
Distance: 24nm / 44km from EGEP

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
19:20Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGPA 041920Z AUTO 30011KT 9999 SCT013/// BKN027/// 13/11 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 91 ft
SCT 1,300 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,391 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,791 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Papa Westray Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 11 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EGPA 041656Z 0418/0503 28012KT 9999 SCT020 PROB40 TEMPO 0418/0420 BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEP
04
22
07
25 ✈️
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 1,729 ft 59 ft Graded Hardcore 32°
0.4 kt 11.0 kt
92° angle
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
1,096 ft 59 ft Grass/Graded Hardcore 64°
7.1 kt 8.4 kt
50° angle
18/36 1,125 ft 101 ft Grass 176°
6.2 kt 9.1 kt
124° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Papa Westray Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EGEP
IATA Code: PPW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 91 ft MSL

Location

City: Papa Westray
Country: GB
Latitude: 59.351700°
Longitude: -2.900280°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 1,729 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Graded Hardcore
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 1,096 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Grass/Graded Hardcore
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 1,125 ft
Width: 101 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Papa Westray Airport

Papa Westray Airport (EGEP/PPW) is located in Papa Westray, GB at an elevation of 91 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (04/22, 07/25, 18/36), with the longest at 1,729 feet.

Airport Overview

Papa Westray Airport serves Papa Westray in GB. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 3 runways (04/22, 07/25, 18/36) with graded hardcore and grass/graded hardcore and grass surfaces. The longest runway measures 1,729 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 EGEP, 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.