Köping/Gålby Airfield

ESVQ

Köping, SE

Last Updated
May 15, 00:20Z

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Currently using: ESOW
Weather Source: Stockholm Västerås Airport (ESOW)
Distance: 21nm / 38km from ESVQ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
00:20Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ESOW 150020Z AUTO 16010KT 9999 OVC010/// 07/05 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 23 ft
OVC 1,000 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,023 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Köping/Gålby Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (overcast), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SVQ
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
2,755 ft 131 ft Grass
1.7 kt 9.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Köping/Gålby Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ESVQ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 23 ft MSL

Location

City: Köping
Country: SE
Latitude: 59.528083°
Longitude: 15.970064°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,755 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Köping/Gålby Airfield

Köping/Gålby Airfield (ESVQ) is located in Köping, SE at an elevation of 23 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 2,755 feet.

Airport Overview

Köping/Gålby Airfield serves Köping 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 (06/24) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 2,755 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 ESVQ, 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.