Chièvres Air Base

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

Overview

Chièvres Air Base (EBCV) is a medium-sized airport located in Belgium, situated at an elevation of 194 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves as a strategic aviation facility in the Chièvres region, with a significant runway measuring 8,197 feet in length. Its geographical coordinates (50.575802, 3.831000) place it in a key operational area for military and potentially civilian aviation activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Chièvres demonstrate considerable variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 61.4% of the time. Pilots can expect mostly favorable flying conditions, with Marginal VFR occurring 23.3% of observations and IFR conditions present 9.6% of the time. The airport experiences winds predominantly from the south (180°) at an average speed of 8.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 32 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (08/26) is an asphalt surface with excellent wind alignment, supporting favorable wind conditions 100% of the time. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -7°C to 28°C, which pilots should consider for performance planning. The average visibility is excellent at 10 statute miles, with minimal fog occurrence (2.6% of observations) and no significant low visibility events.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers consistent wind conditions with an average crosswind of 6.4 knots. September, January, and October represent the best months for VFR operations, providing optimal flying conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations and temperature extremes when planning approaches and departures at Chièvres Air Base.