Wind safety calculator — METAR
Check if it is safe to fly by wind speed (m/s) and gusts. Load METAR from nearby aerodromes or enter values manually.
Wind safety calculator (METAR)
Enter wind manually or load METAR from a nearby aerodrome (m/s).
OK to fly
Conditions look OK — 5 m/s ≤ 8.4 m/s safe limit.
- Drone rating: up to 12 m/s wind.
- Recommended limit (70%): 8.4 m/s.
- Above the limit — postpone the flight or reduce altitude and distance.
METAR is aerodrome-level; local conditions may differ.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does METAR wind data come from?
- From aviationweather.gov for the ICAO station you select. Aerodrome-level wind may differ at your flying site.