Military Airport
PPR AvailableLeeuwarden Air Base - Civil PPR may be available.
Access Notes:
F-35 base. Limited civil PPR possible via Dutch Mil ATC.
PPR Information:
Contact Dutch Mil ATC for PPR availability.
Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRLeeuwarden Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,100 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 13 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3100 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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8,045 ft | 164 ft | ASP | 53° |
↑ 0.0 kt
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↔ 13.0 kt
90° angle
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✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
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6,562 ft | 164 ft | ASP | 88° |
↑ 8.4 kt
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↔ 10.0 kt
50° angle
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Weather Statistics - EHLW
12,640 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Leeuwarden Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 49.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 24.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 36 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 24°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.
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Statistics computed from 12,640 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Leeuwarden Air Base - Airport Information
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About Leeuwarden Air Base
Leeuwarden Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the NL AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Leeuwarden Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in the northern Netherlands, serving as a key military aviation facility. Positioned at a low elevation of 3 ft MSL, the airport is situated near the city of Leeuwarden with geographical coordinates 53.228600, 5.760560. The base features two asphalted runways capable of handling a variety of aircraft operations.
Flying Conditions
Weather conditions at Leeuwarden demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 44.7% of the time and marginal VFR conditions occurring 29.9% of observations. Winds predominantly originate from the south at 180° with an average speed of 10.4 knots, and temperature ranges from -7°C to 24°C. Pilots can expect most favorable visual conditions during September, October, and January.
Notable Features
The airport's low elevation and coastal Netherlands location contribute to its relatively stable wind patterns. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with modest average crosswind components of 6.1 knots for runway 05/23 and 6.8 knots for runway 09/27. The airport experiences minimal fog, with only 4% of observations reporting fog conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway selection can be confidently made based on prevailing southerly winds, with both 05/23 and 09/27 offering consistent wind alignment. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, providing generally excellent approach conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential marginal conditions, as IFR and low IFR conditions comprise approximately 25.4% of observed weather patterns.
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