Holzdorf Air Base

ETSH

Holzdorf, DE

Last Updated
May 14, 23:20Z

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
Fresh 9 min ago
23:20Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
1 kt
340°
1.4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ETSH 142320Z 34001KT 1400 PRFG BR FEW280 03/02 Q0999 AMB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 265 ft
FEW 28,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Holzdorf Air Base is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with few clouds at 28,000 feet and 1.4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.4 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 28,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 3°C (37°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (265 ft)
Pressure Alt
693 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -683 ft
ISA Deviation: -11.5°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TSH
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
7,936 ft 98 ft PEM 93°
0.3 kt 0.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ETSH

6,616 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.1%
MVFR
18.3%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
10%

Holzdorf Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 2.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
8.8%
E
18.1%
SE
14.3%
S
12.6%
SW
14.2%
W
17.4%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.5°C
Range: -17°C to 31°C
-17°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 6,616 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Holzdorf Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ETSH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 265 ft MSL

Location

City: Holzdorf
Country: DE
Latitude: 51.767799°
Longitude: 13.167700°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,936 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Holzdorf Air Base

Holzdorf 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

Holzdorf Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Brandenburg, Germany, situated at 51.767799, 13.167700 with an elevation of 265 feet MSL. The airport features a single runway (09/27) measuring 7,936 feet long with a PEM surface, supporting various aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Holzdorf Air Base demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 57.8% of observations. Pilots can expect southwest winds averaging 6.4 knots, with temperatures ranging from -17°C to 31°C and an average of 5.6°C. September, October, and November represent the most favorable months for VFR flying, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's runway 09/27 demonstrates exceptional wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions present 100% of the time. Average crosswind is minimal at 3.4 knots, providing stable approach and departure conditions. Meteorological data indicates low frequency of challenging weather, with only 10.9% IFR and 10.5% Low IFR conditions.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing southwest winds at 225 degrees, runway 09/27 offers consistent wind alignment for arrivals and departures. Pilots can anticipate generally stable approach conditions, with fog present in only 7.2% of observations and calm wind conditions occurring just 1.7% of the time. The extensive 7,936-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff distance for most aircraft types.

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
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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.