Donaueschingen-Villingen Airfield

EDTD

Donaueschingen, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 05:50Z

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Currently using: LSZH
Weather Source: Zürich Airport (LSZH)
Distance: 31nm / 57km from EDTD

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
05:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1028 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSZH 040550Z VRB01KT 9999 FEW075 17/10 Q1028 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,231 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,731 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Donaueschingen-Villingen Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture 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 17:00Z.

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
1028 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
954 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,231 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,789 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,564 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LSZH 040225Z 0403/0509 35005KT 9999 SCT070 TX29/0415Z TN12/0405Z TN13/0505Z BECMG 0403/0405 CAVOK PROB40 0413/0417 29008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z PROB40
+8h
VFR 290° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
DTD
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 4,232 ft 98 ft ASP 178° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Donaueschingen-Villingen Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EDTD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,231 ft MSL

Location

City: Donaueschingen
Country: DE
Latitude: 47.973331°
Longitude: 8.522222°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,232 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Donaueschingen-Villingen Airfield

Overview

Donaueschingen-Villingen Airfield serves the southwestern German region of Baden-Württemberg, located near the city of Donaueschingen. Situated at an elevation of 2231 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport's strategic location offers access to the Black Forest region and supports various general aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevated position at 2231 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations, particularly during summer months. Given its location in southwestern Germany, the airfield experiences typical continental European weather patterns with seasonal temperature fluctuations. Pilots should prepare for potential wind variations along the 18/36 runway axis.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalt surface measuring 4232 ft in length, suitable for smaller aircraft and general aviation operations. Its coordinates at 47.973331, 8.522222 place it in a terrain-diverse region near the Black Forest, which can introduce localized meteorological and wind conditions. The surrounding landscape may create potential terrain-induced wind shifts that pilots should carefully evaluate during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 provides a standard orientation that allows for approaches from both north and south directions. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning to understand current wind conditions, given the potential for terrain-influenced wind patterns in this elevated region. Standard procedures for approach and departure should be carefully reviewed, with particular attention to the runway's length and the surrounding terrain characteristics.

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

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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.