Maastricht Aachen Airport

EHBK / MST

Maastricht, NL

Last Updated
May 14, 14:25Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
14:25Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EHBK 141425Z AUTO 24007KT 200V270 9999 FEW043/// BKN049/// 12/05 Q0998 TEMPO 6000 SHRA FEW020CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 375 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 4,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,375 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,675 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,275 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Maastricht Aachen Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 7 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Shallow Fog. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Shallow Fog between 22:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (375 ft)
Pressure Alt
833 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 563 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EHBK 141058Z 1412/1518 24010KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1412/1419 6000 SHRA FEW018CB BKN025 PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1417 29015G25KT 3000 +SHRA TSRA SCT015CB BKN018 BECMG 1415/1418 34003KT PROB30 1422/1506 6000 MIFG TEMPO 1510/1518 6000 SHRA SCT022CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 340° 3 kt
22:00Z PROB30
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Shallow Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HBK
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
9,022 ft 148 ft ASP 30°
6.1 kt 3.5 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 - EHBK

11,176 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
65.9%
MVFR
21.2%
IFR
7.3%
LIFR
5.7%

Maastricht Aachen Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 65.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 13% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7%
NE
11.6%
E
13.4%
SE
6%
S
28.1%
SW
24.2%
W
6.6%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.6°C
Range: -6°C to 28°C
-6°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 11,176 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Maastricht Aachen Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: EHBK
IATA Code: MST
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 375 ft MSL

Location

City: Maastricht
Country: NL
Latitude: 50.911701°
Longitude: 5.770140°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,022 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maastricht Aachen Airport

Overview

Maastricht Aachen Airport serves as a critical regional airport located in the southeastern Netherlands, strategically positioned near the Belgian and German borders. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway, it supports various aviation activities including general aviation, charter, and regional commercial operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 61% of observations indicating good visual flying conditions. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions with a prevailing southerly direction at an average of 9.1 knots, and temperatures ranging from -6°C to 28°C. Seasonal variations are moderate, with September, November, and December offering the most consistently good VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport sits at an elevation of 375 feet mean sea level, situated in a relatively flat terrain typical of the Netherlands-Belgian border region. Runway 03/21 provides excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a minimal average crosswind of just 3.3 knots, offering predictable approach and departure characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southerly winds, runway 21 will typically offer the most favorable approach conditions. The substantial runway length of 9,022 feet provides ample space for most aircraft operations. Pilots should anticipate consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with rare instances of reduced visibility or fog (only 1% of observations).

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.