Letterkenny Airfield

EILT

Letterkenny, IE

Last Updated
May 14, 18:20Z

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Currently using: EGAE
Weather Source: City of Derry Airport (EGAE)
Distance: 18nm / 34km from EILT

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
18:20Z

🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
16 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EGAE 141820Z 35016KT 9999 VCSH FEW020 BKN030 11/07 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,020 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Letterkenny Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 16 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 16-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 4 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

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 EGAE 141656Z 1418/1422 33014KT 9999 FEW027 PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1422 35017G27KT 8000 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 330° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ILT
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
1,969 ft 0 ft GRASS/HARDCORE
0.0 kt 16.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Letterkenny Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EILT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Letterkenny
Country: IE
Latitude: 54.951302°
Longitude: -7.672830°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 1,969 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRASS/HARDCORE
ILS: No

About Letterkenny Airfield

Letterkenny Airfield (EILT) is located in Letterkenny, IE at an elevation of 20 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 1,969 feet.

Airport Overview

Letterkenny Airfield serves Letterkenny in IE. 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 grass/hardcore surface. The longest runway measures 1,969 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 EILT, 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.