Skrydstrup Air Base

EKSP / SKS

Vojens, DK

Last Updated
May 14, 13:20Z

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 24 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
16 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EKSP 141320Z 25016KT 9999 FEW025CB SCT027 10/05 Q0994

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 141 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,641 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,841 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Skrydstrup Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 16 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft (CB), scattered at 2,700 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 19:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

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 EKSP 141127Z 1412/1512 24008KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1412/1419 26012G22KT 4000 SHRA SCT020CB BECMG 1419/1421 20008KT TEMPO 1419/1508 7000 -SHRA FEW020TCU TEMPO 1508/1512 20015G28KT 4000 SHRA FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 200° 8 kt
19:00Z TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSP
10L
28R ✈️
10R
28L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 28R
9,863 ft 150 ft PEM 105°
13.9 kt 8.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 10R/28L
Active: 28L
9,750 ft 80 ft PEM 105°
13.9 kt 8.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - EKSP

12,605 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.8%
MVFR
20%
IFR
15.2%
LIFR
13%

Skrydstrup Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -16°C to 23°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
6.7%
E
22.3%
SE
11.8%
S
17.1%
SW
15.6%
W
16.4%
NW
5.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.4°C
Range: -16°C to 23°C
-16°C 23°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.3%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10L/28R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 10R/28L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt

Statistics computed from 12,605 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Skrydstrup Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EKSP
IATA Code: SKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 141 ft MSL

Location

City: Vojens
Country: DK
Latitude: 55.221048°
Longitude: 9.267020°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 9,863 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No
Runway 10R/28L
Length: 9,750 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Skrydstrup Air Base

Skrydstrup Air Base 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

Skrydstrup Air Base is a medium-sized military airport located near Vojens, Denmark, situated at an elevation of 141 feet MSL. The base features two parallel precision-equipped military (PEM) runways capable of handling substantial aircraft operations. Its strategic location in southern Denmark provides critical infrastructure for military aviation in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Skrydstrup demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions present 52.1% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 20.3% of the flights. Temperature ranges widely from -16°C to 23°C, with an average of 6.3°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots can expect predominantly southerly winds averaging 8.6 knots, with maximum gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's two parallel runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) both measure over 9,700 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and consistent average crosswind conditions of 5.3 knots. The geographic positioning offers relatively stable approach conditions with high average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of severely restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations at Skrydstrup Air Base. Pilots should anticipate predominantly south-oriented wind patterns when planning approaches. The low occurrence of calm conditions (1.2%) and minimal fog events (6.7%) generally support predictable flight planning and execution.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.