RAAF Base Edinburgh

YPED

Adelaide, AU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 08:30Z

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Currently using: YPAD
Weather Source: Adelaide International Airport (YPAD)
Distance: 15nm / 28km from YPED

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) base. Civil access requires prior authorization.

Access Notes:

RAAF bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
160°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPAD 040830Z 16006KT 9999 FEW045 10/09 Q1033

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 67 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,567 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

RAAF Base Edinburgh is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 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: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 18:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPAD 040808Z 0409/0512 15008KT 9999 SCT040 FM041600 10008KT 9999 FEW035 PROB30 0418/0423 2000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z FM041600
+7h
VFR 100° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z PROB30
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PED
04
22
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,437 ft 150 ft GRS 48°
2.2 kt 5.6 kt
112° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
8,399 ft 150 ft ASP 189°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

RAAF Base Edinburgh - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPED
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 67 ft MSL

Location

City: Adelaide
Country: AU
Latitude: -34.705705°
Longitude: 138.615564°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,437 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 8,399 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About RAAF Base Edinburgh

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

Overview

RAAF Base Edinburgh is a military airbase located near Adelaide, South Australia, serving Royal Australian Air Force operational requirements. Situated at an elevation of 67 feet above mean sea level, the base provides critical infrastructure for military aviation activities in the region.

Flying Conditions

Adelaide's coastal location influences the airport's weather patterns, with potential for variable wind conditions affecting both runways. The airport's two runways - a 6,437-foot grass surface (04/22) and an 8,399-foot asphalt surface (18/36) - offer flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions.

Notable Features

The base's dual-runway configuration allows for operational adaptability across different wind scenarios. Its geographic position near Adelaide provides strategic importance for military aviation, with terrain characteristics typical of South Australia's coastal plains.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36, being the longer asphalt surface at 8,399 feet, likely serves as the primary operational runway for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's coastal location, and be prepared to utilize either runway based on prevailing meteorological 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.