Wiesbaden Army Airfield

ETOU / WIE

Wiesbaden, DE

Last Updated
May 15, 06:55Z

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 41 min ago
06:55Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
5 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETOU 150655Z AUTO 33005KT 9999 BKN017 OVC055 09/06 A2957 RMK AO2 CIG 016 RWY07 SLP018 T00920056 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 461 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 5,500 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,161 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,961 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Wiesbaden Army Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 5,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 05:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (461 ft)
Pressure Alt
829 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 220 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

View Full TAF
Raw TAF
TAF ETOU 150300Z 1503/1609 VRB03KT 9999 SCT020 BKN035 620356 QNH2950INS TEMPO 1503/1505 9000 -SHRA BECMG 1509/1510 34009KT 9999 SCT050 QNH2958INS BECMG 1520/1521 VRB06KT 9999 SCT250 QNH2968INS BECMG 1603/1604 VRB03KT 9999 SCT015 BKN050 620504 QNH2970INS TX14/1515Z TN01/1601Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 340° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

Loading weather data...
Data Sources
  • • Current conditions from METAR observations
  • • Historical data from past 24 hours
  • • No forecast or predicted data included
  • • Data updated with each new METAR report
Chart Features
  • • Hover for exact values and timestamps
  • • Click legend items to toggle data series
  • • Zoom and pan for detailed analysis
  • • Units automatically converted to preferences
Note: Future values beyond current TAF validity are estimates based on climatological data and trends. Always verify with current forecasts before flight operations.

Airport Runway Layout

N
TOU
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
7,065 ft 120 ft ASP 73°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETOU

13,594 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.7%
MVFR
24.5%
IFR
11.4%
LIFR
12.4%

Wiesbaden Army Airfield is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 53 knots. Calm conditions occur 30.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 53 kt
Calm Winds: 30.4%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.8%
N
5.7%
S
9.1%
W
10.2%
NE
9.1%
NW
5.1%
SE
4.2%
SW
9.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.5°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 13,594 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Wiesbaden Army Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETOU
IATA Code: WIE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 461 ft MSL

Location

City: Wiesbaden
Country: DE
Latitude: 50.049801°
Longitude: 8.325400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,065 ft
Width: 120 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Wiesbaden Army Airfield

Wiesbaden Army Airfield 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

Wiesbaden Army Airfield (ETOU) is a medium-sized airport located in Wiesbaden, Germany, serving military aviation operations. Situated at an elevation of 461 feet MSL, the airport provides critical infrastructure for military air movements in the region. Its single runway 07/25 extends 7,065 feet and is constructed of asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate mixed flying conditions, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 45.2% of the time. Marginal VFR conditions occur in 26.6% of observations, while Instrument Flight Rules are present 13.7% of the time. The airport experiences predominantly easterly winds averaging 6.3 knots, with temperatures ranging from -7°C to 29°C and an average of 7°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location experiences calm wind conditions 33.6% of the time, which can impact flight planning. Seasonal variations are notable, with October, September, and November offering the most favorable VFR conditions. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with fog present in only 4.8% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 benefits from highly favorable wind alignment, with winds directly supporting the runway heading 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 3.1 knots, providing comfortable approach conditions for most aircraft. Pilots should be prepared for potential temperature variations and potential marginal conditions during non-peak months.

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.