What is the current weather at Illesheim Army Heliport?

Current conditions at Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK) are VFR. Temperature is 11°C. Winds are from 0° at 0 knots.

What runways does ETIK have?

Illesheim Army Heliport has 1 runway(s): Runway 6H/24H (2,800 ft, CON).

Does ETIK have an ILS approach?

Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of ETIK?

Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK) has a field elevation of 1,079 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for Illesheim Army Heliport?

The ICAO code for Illesheim Army Heliport is ETIK. The IATA code is ILH.

Where is ETIK located?

Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK) is located near Illesheim, DE at coordinates 49.473900°N, 10.388100°E.

How often is the METAR updated for ETIK?

METAR reports for Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK) are typically issued once per hour, around 55 minutes past the hour. Special METARs (SPECI) are issued when significant weather changes occur. MetarCentral updates data from official sources every 5 minutes.

Does ETIK have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the ETIK TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/ETIK/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does VFR mean at ETIK?

Illesheim Army Heliport is currently reporting VFR conditions. VFR (Visual Flight Rules) means visibility is greater than 5 statute miles and ceiling is above 3,000 feet AGL. These are good conditions for visual flying.

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Current Weather

Illesheim Army Heliport

ETIK / ILH

Illesheim, DE

Last Updated

May 15, 09:55Z

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Military Airport

Restricted

Dies ist ein Militärflugplatz der Bundeswehr. Zivilverkehr ist in der Regel nicht gestattet.

Access Notes:

Bundeswehr fields generally closed to civil traffic; some historical civil use

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

Current Weather

Display Units

Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Recent 39 min ago

09:55Z

☀️ Day

VFR

Flight Rules

11°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 6°C

0 kt

0°

10+ km

Visibility

8,000 ft

Ceiling

Above Ground Level

1001 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETIK 150955Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 FEW020 SCT036 SCT045 BKN080 11/06 A2957 RMK AO2 RAB0855E07DZB07E10DZB11E17RAB17E40DZB40E46 SLP020 P0002 T01070061 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 1,079 ft

FEW 2,000 ft AGL

SCT 3,600 ft AGL

SCT 4,500 ft AGL

BKN 8,000 ft AGL

🌤️

FEW

Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)

2,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

3,079 ft AMSL

⛅

SCT

Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)

3,600 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

4,679 ft AMSL

⛅

SCT

Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)

4,500 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

5,579 ft AMSL

☁️

BKN

Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)

8,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

9,079 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Illesheim Army Heliport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain.

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.

QNH

1001 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

965 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (1,079 ft)

Pressure Alt

1,447 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 1,226 ft

ISA Deviation: -1.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF ETIK 150600Z 1506/1612 26006KT 9999 SCT040 BKN070 QNH2954INS BECMG 1509/1510 27006KT 8000 -RA BKN030 OVC050 QNH2956INS BECMG 1516/1517 29006KT 9999 NSW FEW030 FEW045 BKN060 QNH2962INS TX11/1513Z TN03/1600Z

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

10:33Z BASE

+0h

VFR 260° 6 kt

Visibility: 10+ km

Ceiling: 7,000 ft

16:00Z BECMG

+6h

VFR 290° 6 kt

Visibility: 10+ km

Ceiling: 6,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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• Data updated with each new METAR report

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Airport Runway Layout

↑

TIK

24H

Runway Information

Runway	Length	Width	Surface	Heading	Wind Component
6H/24H	2,800 ft	100 ft	CON	0°	↑ 0.0 kt • ↔ 0.0 kt 0° angle

🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions

⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component

↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETIK

13,763 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR

48.8%

MVFR

23.9%

IFR

19.1%

LIFR

8.2%

Illesheim Army Heliport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 32.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)

Average Speed: 7.1 kt

Maximum Recorded: 29 kt

Calm Winds: 32.3%

Direction Distribution:

14.1%

2.1%

6.1%

15.5%

8.3%

3.7%

14%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.3°C

Range: -13°C to 31°C

-13°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM

Below 3 SM: 0%

Fog Frequency: 3.2%

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Statistics computed from 13,763 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Illesheim Army Heliport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETIK

IATA Code: ILH

Type: heliport

Status: active

Elevation: 1,079 ft MSL

Location

City: Illesheim

Country: DE

Latitude: 49.473900°

Longitude: 10.388100°

Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 6H/24H

Length: 2,800 ft

Width: 100 ft

Surface: CON

ILS: No

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About Illesheim Army Heliport

Illesheim Army Heliport is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the DE AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Illesheim Army Heliport (ETIK/ILH) is located in Illesheim, DE at an elevation of 1,079 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (6H/24H), with the longest at 2,800 feet.

Weather Profile

ETIK is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 48.8% of the time across 13,763 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 27.3% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at ETIK come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.1 knots and recorded gusts up to 29 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (32.3% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, May, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -13°C (9°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 6.3°C (43°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 28.91 to 30.52 inHg (979-1034 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 13,763 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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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.