Karlsborg Air Base

ESIA

Karlsborg, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 20:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
20:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
170°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESIA 142020Z AUTO 17004KT 130V210 9999 FEW100/// 08/03 Q0995

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 308 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,308 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Karlsborg Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SIA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
7,472 ft 131 ft ASP 62°
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ESIA

11,014 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.4%
MVFR
26.2%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
4.7%

Karlsborg Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.4% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -22°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 4.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.3%
NE
6.1%
E
15.1%
SE
10.2%
S
12.7%
SW
20.1%
W
19.4%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -22°C to 24°C
-22°C 24°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.3 kt

Statistics computed from 11,014 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Karlsborg Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESIA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 308 ft MSL

Location

City: Karlsborg
Country: SE
Latitude: 58.513802°
Longitude: 14.507100°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 7,472 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Karlsborg Air Base

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

Karlsborg Air Base (ESIA) is located in Karlsborg, SE at an elevation of 308 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 7,472 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 58.4% of the time based on 11,014 observations, ESIA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 15.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at ESIA come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 8.3 knots and recorded gusts up to 32 knots. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 4.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, September, May, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -22°C (-8°F) to 24°C (75°F), averaging 4.1°C (39°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.78 to 10.23 inHg (331-346 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 11,014 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). 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.