Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base

LETO / TOJ

Madrid, ES

Last Updated
May 14, 13:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérea del Ejército del Aire. El acceso civil está restringido.

Access Notes:

Military bases generally closed to civil traffic

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
11 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LETO 141300Z 25011KT 210V300 9999 SCT060 21/00 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,026 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,026 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 11 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 6,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 13:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 20:00Z and 02:00Z.

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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
942 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,026 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,124 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,330 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LETO 141100Z 1412/1512 VRB04KT 9999 FEW040 TX22/1416Z TN07/1505Z BECMG 1412/1414 29010KT PROB40 TEMPO 1413/1419 29015G25KT BECMG 1420/1422 VRB04KT PROB30 TEMPO 1420/1502 35010KT BECMG 1510/1512 36010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR VRB 4 kt
20:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
VFR 350° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ETO
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,029 ft 197 ft ASP 43°
9.5 kt 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LETO

11,035 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.1%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
1.8%

Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
23%
NE
20.9%
E
5.7%
SE
3.1%
S
15.1%
SW
18.4%
W
7.9%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -5°C to 36°C
-5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

September April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,035 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LETO
IATA Code: TOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,026 ft MSL

Location

City: Madrid
Country: ES
Latitude: 40.487875°
Longitude: -3.456808°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,029 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base

Madrid–Torrejón Airport / Torrejón Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the ES AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Madrid–Torrejón Airport serves as a strategic military and civil aviation facility located near Madrid, Spain. Positioned at an elevation of 2026 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for both military and limited civilian operations in the Madrid metropolitan region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 85.4% of observations showing clear flying weather. Temperature ranges from -5°C to 36°C, creating diverse operational environments throughout the year. Prevailing winds from the northeast at an average of 6.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots, characterize the typical wind patterns.

Notable Features

Runway 04/22 offers a substantial 9029-foot asphalt surface, providing ample length for most aircraft operations. The airport's geographical location experiences minimal visibility restrictions, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and only 1.1% of observations reporting fog conditions. September through November represent the most consistent VFR flying months.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions, particularly during the autumn months when weather stability is at its peak. The low percentage of IFR (3.3%) and LIFR (1.9%) conditions suggests generally reliable approach environments.

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.

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.