Náměšť Air Base

LKNA

Sedlec, CZ

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKNA 150700Z 27006KT 9999 BKN007 OVC035 08/07 Q0999 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,548 ft
BKN 700 ft AGL
OVC 3,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,248 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,048 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Náměšť Air Base is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 700 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
947 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,548 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,976 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,508 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LKNA 150500Z 1506/1606 30004KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1506/1509 8000 RA BKN024 PROB40 TEMPO 1506/1509 6000 RA BKN008 PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1516 7000 SHRA BKN030TCU BECMG 1513/1515 CAVOK TEMPO 1520/1606 8000 RA BKN035 PROB40 TEMPO 1600/1606 SCT010 BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
10:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain
13:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KNA
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
7,874 ft 148 ft CON 129°
5.2 kt 3.0 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 - LKNA

9,342 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.6%
MVFR
12.6%
IFR
5.8%
LIFR
25%

Náměšť Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 30.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 28.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.4%
NE
8.1%
E
17%
SE
17.9%
S
5.4%
SW
5.6%
W
14.8%
NW
19.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.3°C
Range: -13°C to 27°C
-13°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 28.1%

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 9,342 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Náměšť Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKNA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,548 ft MSL

Location

City: Sedlec
Country: CZ
Latitude: 49.166272°
Longitude: 16.123981°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Náměšť Air Base

Náměšť Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CZ AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Náměšť Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Sedlec, Czech Republic, situated at an elevation of 1,548 feet MSL. The airport serves military and potentially civilian aviation operations in the southeastern region of the country. Its single runway 12/30 extends 7,874 feet and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations reveal a complex flight environment with significant variability in visibility and flight rules. VFR conditions prevail 50.2% of the time, while LIFR conditions occur in 29.6% of observations, indicating potential challenging approach scenarios. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, with an average of 5.2°C, suggesting notable seasonal temperature fluctuations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southeastern winds (135°) with an average speed of 8.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots. Fog is present in 29.8% of observations, which can significantly impact visibility. The calm wind condition occurs only 1% of the time, suggesting consistent atmospheric movement in the region.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots. September, October, and January emerge as the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility scenarios, particularly during periods with high fog probability.

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.