Ingolstadt Manching Airport

ETSI / IGS

Manching, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:20Z

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
Fresh 15 min ago
03:20Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
200°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETSI 040320Z AUTO 20002KT //// // ////// 10/08 Q1026 ///

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ingolstadt Manching Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,202 ft)
Pressure Alt
820 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 508 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.6°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
TSI
06L
24R ✈️
06R
24L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 24R
 8,002 ft 98 ft CON 68°
↑ 1.5 kt • ↔ 1.3 kt
40° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
 9,646 ft 197 ft PEM 68°
↑ 1.5 kt • ↔ 1.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETSI

7,735 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66%
MVFR
13%
IFR
9.1%
LIFR
11.9%

Ingolstadt Manching Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -26°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 23 kt
Calm Winds: 3.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.6%
N
6.9%
S
11%
W
22.1%
NE
14.8%
NW
6.8%
SE
4.1%
SW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -26°C to 37°C
-26°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.5%

Best Months for VFR

May June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06L/24R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt
Runway 06R/24L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 7,735 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ingolstadt Manching Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETSI
IATA Code: IGS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,202 ft MSL

Location

City: Manching
Country: DE
Latitude: 48.715698°
Longitude: 11.534000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06L/24R
Length: 8,002 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 9,646 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
200°@2kt
Density Alt
1202ft, 10°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Ingolstadt Manching Airport

Ingolstadt Manching Airport 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.

Overview

Ingolstadt Manching Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Bavaria, Germany, situated at 48.715698N, 11.534000E with an elevation of 1,202 feet MSL. The airport features two substantial runways: a concrete runway (06L/24R) measuring 8,002 feet and a permanent surface runway (06R/24L) extending 9,646 feet. Its strategic location and substantial runway infrastructure support diverse aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences varied meteorological conditions, with visual flight rules (VFR) predominating at 52.4% of observations. Marginal VFR and instrument conditions account for 16.9% and 13.2% respectively, with low instrument conditions occurring 17.5% of the time. Wind patterns are consistently easterly at 90 degrees, averaging 4.9 knots with occasional gusts up to 23 knots, and calm conditions present 4.1% of the time.

Notable Features

Temperature ranges at Ingolstadt Manching Airport are considerable, spanning from -15°C to 28°C with an average of 4.8°C. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility. Fog is present in approximately 10% of observations, which pilots should anticipate during certain meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Both runways (06L/24R and 06R/24L) demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment and minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of just 1.9 knots. Optimal visual flight conditions are most prevalent during October, September, and January. Pilots can expect consistent runway usability across different wind conditions, with minimal directional limitations.

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.

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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.