How it works

Our predictions are based on 48-hour wind forecasts (with an hourly precision), and daily forecasts thereafter. The live view monitors planes in the sky right now and automatically detects which runway is currently in use for landings.

No wind, or winds blowing from the west all day Winds > 5 knots blowing from the east all day =
Yes
Winds > 5 knots blowing from the east all day No wind, or winds blowing from the west all day =
No
Winds blow from the west most of the day =
Mostly
Winds blow from the east most of the day =
Some
Winds predicted from the east > 48 hours away =
Maybe

* Planes Over London is not associated with Heathrow Airport.
† When shown, a secondary radar feed is in use which can sometimes be behind.