Meiringen Air Base

LSMM

Meiringen, CH

Last Updated
Jul 4, 12:20Z

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
Fresh 20 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
6 kt
240°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSMM 041220Z AUTO 24006KT 200V280 9999NDV NCD 25/14 Q1027 RMK

Weather Briefing

VFR

Meiringen Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 6 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 13:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,895 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,483 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,138 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LSMM 040925Z 0410/0516 VRB02KT CAVOK PROB40 0413/0416 28010KT 9999 FEW080 BECMG 0509/0511 27012KT TEMPO 0513/0516 9999 FEW120
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
13:00Z PROB40
+1h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SMM
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
6,571 ft 130 ft ASP 95°
4.6 kt 3.9 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 - LSMM

12,974 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.1%
MVFR
10.2%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
1.2%

Meiringen Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 39.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 24.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 39.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
20.8%
N
0.4%
S
1.3%
W
19%
NE
2.5%
NW
3.8%
SE
5.7%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.9°C
Range: -14°C to 35°C
-14°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 24.3%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 12,974 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Meiringen Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSMM
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,895 ft MSL

Location

City: Meiringen
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.742324°
Longitude: 8.108919°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,571 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Meiringen Air Base

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

Meiringen Air Base (LSMM) is located in Meiringen, CH at an elevation of 1,895 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 6,571 feet.

Weather Profile

Based on 12,974 weather observations, LSMM experiences excellent VFR conditions 87.1% of the time, making it one of the more weather-reliable airports in its region. Fog affects the airport in approximately 24.3% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LSMM come from the E (90°) with an average speed of 5.7 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (39.8% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 10/28 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are June, May, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -14°C (7°F) to 35°C (95°F), averaging 7.9°C (46°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.83 to 10.32 inHg (333-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 12,974 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). 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.