Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup

EKKA / KRP

Karup, DK

Last Updated
May 14, 14:50Z

Military Airport

PPR Available

This is a Royal Danish Air Force aerodrome. Civil access may be available with PPR.

Access Notes:

Some military fields accept civil PPR

Consult official AIP (Denmark AIP ENR 2.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
14:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
15 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
3,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKKA 141450Z AUTO 24015KT 9999 BKN031/// 11/03 Q0992

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 170 ft
BKN 3,100 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,270 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 15 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3100 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°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, Light Showers Rain, RADZ. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with RADZ between 08:00Z and 15:00Z.

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 EKKA 141427Z 1415/1515 24012KT 9999 BKN045 TEMPO 1415/1424 22012G22KT 4000 SHRA BKN012 SCT015CB TEMPO 1500/1508 7000 -SHRA BKN012 FEW015TCU BECMG 1500/1502 17008KT TEMPO 1508/1515 17015G28KT 4000 RADZ BKN012 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,500 ft
00:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft
Light Showers Rain
00:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 170° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKA
03
21 ✈️
09L
27R
09
27
09R
27L
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
2,818 ft 50 ft PEM 34°
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
30° angle
09/27 2,789 ft 197 ft GRS 90°
13.0 kt 7.5 kt
150° angle
09L/27R 9,816 ft 75 ft ASP 89°
13.1 kt 7.3 kt
151° angle
09R/27L 9,607 ft 150 ft PEM 89°
13.1 kt 7.3 kt
151° angle
14/32 2,296 ft 60 ft PEM 134°
4.1 kt 14.4 kt
106° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKKA

15,371 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
37%
MVFR
24%
IFR
19.5%
LIFR
19.5%

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 37% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -18°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 1.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
3%
E
17.8%
SE
15.3%
S
24.3%
SW
16.6%
W
13.7%
NW
5.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -18°C to 24°C
-18°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09L/27R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 09R/27L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt
Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.9 kt

Statistics computed from 15,371 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKKA
IATA Code: KRP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 170 ft MSL

Location

City: Karup
Country: DK
Latitude: 56.297139°
Longitude: 9.104311°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 2,818 ft
Width: 50 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 2,789 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 09L/27R
Length: 9,816 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09R/27L
Length: 9,607 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 2,296 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup

Midtjyllands Airport / Air Base Karup is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DK AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Midtjyllands Airport, located in Karup, Denmark, is a medium-sized airport serving both military and civilian aviation needs. Situated at 170 feet above mean sea level with multiple runways, the airport provides strategic operational capabilities in central Jutland. Its diverse runway configuration accommodates various aircraft types and operational requirements.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Midtjyllands Airport demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 35.6% of the time. Pilots should anticipate moderate meteorological challenges, including Marginal VFR (24.5%) and Instrument Flight Rules (21.6%) conditions. The prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 8.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from -18°C to 23°C and an average of 5.8°C.

Notable Features

The airport features five runways with different surface types, including asphalt (ASP), pavement with emergency material (PEM), and grass (GRS). The longest runway, 09L/27R, extends 9,816 feet, providing significant operational flexibility. With low fog occurrence (6.9%) and consistently favorable wind alignments across all runways, the airport offers reliable operational conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind favorability across all runway orientations, with average crosswinds between 5.2 and 5.4 knots. September through November offer the most favorable VFR conditions, presenting optimal flying opportunities. The high average visibility of 10 statute miles supports predictable approach and landing scenarios.

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.