Dittingen Airfield

LSPD

Dittingen, CH

Last Updated
May 14, 21:30Z

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Currently using: LFSB
Weather Source: EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg (LFSB)
Distance: 10nm / 18km from LSPD

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFSB 142130Z AUTO 11003KT 9999 FEW035 BKN044 BKN052 08/06 Q1001 TEMPO FEW025TCU BKN040

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,758 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (TCU)
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 5,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,258 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,258 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,758 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,158 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,958 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Dittingen Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions between 03:00Z and 09:00Z.

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. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
942 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,758 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,126 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,708 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LFSB 141835Z 1418/1518 26006KT 9999 FEW030 BKN060 TEMPO 1418/1518 -SHRA FEW025TCU BKN040 PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1420 4000 SHRA SCT025CB PROB40 TEMPO 1503/1509 BKN010 TEMPO 1509/1518 32010KT 4000 SHRA SCT020CB PROB30 TEMPO 1511/1518 32015G25KT TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+6h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SPD
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
2,034 ft 98 ft GRASS
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dittingen Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSPD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,758 ft MSL

Location

City: Dittingen
Country: CH
Latitude: 47.438599°
Longitude: 7.491390°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 2,034 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No

About Dittingen Airfield

Dittingen Airfield (LSPD) is located in Dittingen, CH at an elevation of 1,758 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 2,034 feet.

Airport Overview

Dittingen Airfield serves Dittingen in CH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (11/29) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 2,034 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 LSPD, 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.