Wunstorf Air Base

ETNW

, DE

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Dies ist ein Militärflugplatz der Bundeswehr. Zivilverkehr ist in der Regel nicht gestattet.

Access Notes:

Bundeswehr fields generally closed to civil traffic; some historical civil use

Consult official AIP (German AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
09:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
8 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
7,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETNW 040920Z 22008KT 9999 BKN070 17/10 Q1023 BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 187 ft
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,187 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Wunstorf Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

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 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 Rain, Light RADZ, Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light RADZ between 10:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 23:00Z.

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
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1017 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (187 ft)
Pressure Alt
-106 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 179 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ETNW 040405Z 0405/0505 28010KT 9999 NSW SCT050 BECMG 0407/0409 25010KT 8000 -RA FEW010 BKN030 TEMPO 0410/0415 26010KT 5000 -RADZ SCT010 BKN020 BECMG 0414/0416 28010KT 9999 NSW SCT015 BKN070 TEMPO 0415/0423 29012G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:12Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 280° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 7,000 ft
15:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR 290° 12 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TNW
02
20 ✈️
08
26
08R
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
5,573 ft 157 ft ASP 26°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
08/26 8,199 ft 148 ft ASP 81°
6.0 kt 5.2 kt
139° angle
08R/26L 3,569 ft 132 ft GRS 81°
6.0 kt 5.2 kt
139° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETNW

7,327 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.2%
MVFR
17.6%
IFR
9.7%
LIFR
5.6%

Wunstorf Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 67.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 15.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
19.7%
N
4.5%
S
13.7%
W
21.1%
NE
4.6%
NW
6.7%
SE
11.9%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -9°C to 38°C
-9°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.7%

Best Months for VFR

July June April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,327 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wunstorf Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETNW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 187 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: DE
Latitude: 52.457298°
Longitude: 9.427170°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 5,573 ft
Width: 157 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 8,199 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 3,569 ft
Width: 132 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Wunstorf Air Base

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

Overview

Wunstorf Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Germany with an elevation of 187 ft MSL. The airport features three runways: two asphalt (02/20 and 08/26) and one grass runway (08R/26L), providing flexible operational capabilities. Its strategic location and diverse runway configuration suggest military and potentially civilian support operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Wunstorf demonstrates favorable VFR conditions 63.1% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 22.5% of observations. The prevailing westerly winds average 8.5 knots, with temperature ranges from -9°C to 30°C. September, October, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months, offering optimal meteorological conditions for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport's three runways offer comprehensive wind coverage, with each runway demonstrating 100% favorable wind alignment. Runway lengths vary significantly, with the longest (08/26) measuring 8,199 ft and the shortest grass runway (08R/26L) at 3,569 ft. The average crosswind remains consistently low across runways, ranging between 4.2-5.7 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect predictable wind conditions with westerly prevailing winds at 270 degrees. The multi-runway configuration allows flexibility in approaches, with minimal crosswind interference. Visibility consistently averages 10 statute miles, and fog is infrequent at only 3.4% of observations, suggesting generally reliable visual approach conditions.

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

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.