Piteå Airfield

ESNP

Piteå, SE

Last Updated
May 14, 15:50Z

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Currently using: ESPA
Weather Source: Luleå Airport (ESPA)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from ESNP

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
15:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
6,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESPA 141550Z 18009KT 9999 -RA FEW006 OVC064 06/06 Q1000 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 43 ft
FEW 600 ft AGL
OVC 6,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
643 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,443 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Piteå Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 9 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6400 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 8 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Rain, Mist. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Rain, Mist between 15:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 17:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
999 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (43 ft)
Pressure Alt
441 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -629 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ESPA 141430Z 1415/1423 18010KT 8000 -RA SCT004 BKN040 TEMPO 1415/1417 4000 RA BR BKN004 BKN030CB PROB40 1417/1418 BKN007
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Light Rain
17:00Z PROB40
+2h
IFR
Ceiling: 700 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SNP
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
3,281 ft 82 ft ASP 163°
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Piteå Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESNP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 43 ft MSL

Location

City: Piteå
Country: SE
Latitude: 65.398300°
Longitude: 21.260799°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Piteå Airfield

Piteå Airfield (ESNP) is located in Piteå, SE at an elevation of 43 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Piteå Airfield serves Piteå in SE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,281 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from ESNP, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.