Rathcoole Aerodrome

EIRT

Rathcoole, IE

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

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Currently using: EIKY
Weather Source: Kerry Airport (EIKY)
Distance: 20nm / 38km from EIRT

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
19:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
2,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EIKY 141900Z 33009KT 300V360 9999 BKN023 BKN033 10/06 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 281 ft
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
BKN 3,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,581 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,581 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Rathcoole Aerodrome is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 10.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 9 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRT
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
1,476 ft 59 ft UNK
4.5 kt 7.8 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Rathcoole Aerodrome - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EIRT
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 281 ft MSL

Location

City: Rathcoole
Country: IE
Latitude: 52.105598°
Longitude: -8.983330°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 1,476 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Rathcoole Aerodrome

Rathcoole Aerodrome (EIRT) is located in Rathcoole, IE at an elevation of 281 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 1,476 feet.

Airport Overview

Rathcoole Aerodrome serves Rathcoole 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 (09/27) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 1,476 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 EIRT, 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.