Malbork Królewo Air Base

EPMB

Królewo, PL

Last Updated
Jul 3, 21:00Z

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Currently using: EPGD
Weather Source: Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (EPGD)
Distance: 32nm / 58km from EPMB

Military Airport

Restricted

To jest lotnisko wojskowe. Ruch cywilny jest ograniczony.

Access Notes:

Most military airfields closed to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Poland AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
15 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
1,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EPGD 032100Z 27015KT 9999 -SHRA BKN014 FEW022TCU 14/11 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
BKN 1,400 ft AGL
FEW 2,200 ft AGL (TCU)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,416 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,216 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Malbork Królewo Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 15 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1400 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 00:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 00:00Z and 07:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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 EPGD 031730Z 0318/0418 25015KT 9999 SCT015 TEMPO 0318/0320 27025G35KT 4000 -SHRA BKN009 BKN014TCU TEMPO 0320/0324 27015G28KT 4000 SHRA BKN007 BKN012CB TEMPO 0400/0407 BKN007 TEMPO 0408/0417 27018G38KT SCT015TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Ceiling: 700 ft
08:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR 270° 18 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PMB
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,202 ft 164 ft CON 79°
14.1 kt 5.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Malbork Królewo Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EPMB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Królewo
Country: PL
Latitude: 54.026598°
Longitude: 19.135718°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Malbork Królewo Air Base

Malbork Królewo Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the PL AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Malbork Królewo Air Base (EPMB) is a medium airport situated in northern Poland near the town of Królewo. Located at coordinates 54.026598, 19.135718, the airport sits at a low elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level. The facility features a substantial concrete runway (07/25) measuring 8,202 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The low-elevation coastal location suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions typical of northern Poland. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and visibility changes, particularly during seasonal transitions. The airport's proximity to the Baltic Sea region may introduce marine layer formations and occasional low-ceiling conditions.

Notable Features

The substantial 8,202-foot concrete runway provides significant operational flexibility for medium aircraft. Its orientation of 07/25 indicates a west-southwest to east-northeast alignment, which may interact with regional wind patterns. The airport's low elevation of 16 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain complexity in the immediate airport environment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25's extensive length allows for comfortable approach and landing characteristics for various aircraft types. Pilots should be prepared to adapt to potential crosswind conditions given the runway's orientation. Standard instrument approach procedures will be influenced by the airport's low-elevation coastal geographical context.

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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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.