Ørland Airport

ENOL / OLA

Ørland, NO

Last Updated
May 14, 21:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
21:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
11 kt
120°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ENOL 142150Z 12011KT CAVOK 09/03 Q0992

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ørland Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 11 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 03:00Z 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 ENOL 141700Z 1418/1518 13017KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 1418/1420 SHRA SCT015CB BKN020 TEMPO 1503/1515 13020G30KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:06Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 17 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z TEMPO
+5h
VFR 130° 20 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NOL
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
10,755 ft 148 ft ASP 154°
9.5 kt 5.5 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 - ENOL

11,049 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.1%
MVFR
13.7%
IFR
5.1%
LIFR
1.1%

Ørland Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 13.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 22°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 13.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.9%
NE
2.7%
E
12.6%
SE
46.7%
S
4.3%
SW
10.6%
W
13.1%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.7°C
Range: -10°C to 22°C
-10°C 22°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

January September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 7.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,049 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ørland Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ENOL
IATA Code: OLA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 28 ft MSL

Location

City: Ørland
Country: NO
Latitude: 63.698898°
Longitude: 9.604000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 10,755 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ørland Airport

Overview

Ørland Airport serves the Trøndelag region in central Norway, located at 63.698898, 9.604000 with an elevation of 28 ft MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional aviation needs with a substantial 10,755 ft asphalted runway capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ørland Airport demonstrate predominantly favorable flying weather, with VFR conditions present 79.2% of the time. The airport experiences a moderate maritime climate, with temperatures ranging from -10°C to 22°C and an average of 5.6°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at 135°, averaging 13.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 45 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) benefits from highly favorable wind alignments, with winds supporting runway operations 100% of the time. Geographical positioning near the Norwegian coast contributes to predictable wind patterns, with minimal periods of calm conditions (only 0.4% of observations). Visibility remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 presents an optimal approach environment with an average crosswind of just 7.3 knots. Pilots can expect most favorable VFR conditions during January, September, and October, with consistent wind patterns facilitating straightforward navigation and landing procedures.

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.