Florennes Air Base

Florennes 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

Florennes Air Base (EBFS) is a medium-sized airport located in Belgium, positioned at coordinates 50.243301, 4.645830. The base sits at an elevation of 935 feet above mean sea level and features two asphalted runways: 08L/26R (11,105 ft long) and 08R/26L (7,381 ft long). As a Belgian military airfield, it serves critical aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions at Florennes, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 50% of the time. The airport experiences moderate wind patterns, with southerly winds (180°) averaging 9 knots and reaching maximum gusts of 28 knots. Temperature ranges significantly from -7°C to 27°C, with an average of 7.1°C, suggesting potential for winter and summer operational considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's dual runway configuration provides operational flexibility, with both runways showing 100% favorable wind alignment. Average crosswind conditions are consistently moderate at 6.1 knots for both runways. The airport's location offers good visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of visibility below 3 miles, with only 2.4% of observations reporting fog.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the most favorable months for VFR operations at Florennes. Pilots should anticipate predominantly southerly winds when planning approaches and be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, as IFR and MVFR conditions combine for approximately 35.8% of observations. The lengthy primary runway (08L/26R at 11,105 ft) provides ample landing and takeoff distance for most aircraft.