Kasos Airport

LGKS / KSJ

Kasos Island, GR

Last Updated
May 14, 19:20Z

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Currently using: LGKP
Weather Source: Karpathos Airport (LGKP)
Distance: 12nm / 21km from LGKS

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
19:20Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
19 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGKP 141920Z 28019KT 9999 FEW020 19/15 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 35 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,035 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kasos Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 4.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 19 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGKP 142000Z 1421/1506 28020KT 9999 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 20 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
3,221 ft 82 ft ASP 93°
18.7 kt 3.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kasos Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGKS
IATA Code: KSJ
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 35 ft MSL

Location

City: Kasos Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 35.421398°
Longitude: 26.910000°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,221 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kasos Airport

Kasos Airport (LGKS/KSJ) is located in Kasos Island, GR at an elevation of 35 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 3,221 feet.

Airport Overview

Kasos Airport serves Kasos Island in GR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,221 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 LGKS, 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.