Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport

LBGO / GOZ

Gorna Oryahovitsa, BG

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
5 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1029 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LBGO 040800Z AUTO 08005KT 9999 NCD 06/03 Q1029 NOSIG
QNH
1029 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (285 ft)
Pressure Alt
-188 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,200 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LBGO 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT 0600 FZFG SCT004 TEMPO 0406/0408 3000 BR NSC BECMG 0408/0410 CAVOK BECMG 0410/0412 34010KT BECMG 0417/0419 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:30Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 0.6 km
Freezing Fog
10:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 340° 10 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGO
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,038 ft 148 ft CON 98°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LBGO

7,717 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.7%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
17.2%

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 18.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.4%
NE
3.1%
E
21.6%
SE
5.9%
S
3.3%
SW
2%
W
31.5%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -13°C to 34°C
-13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,717 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LBGO
IATA Code: GOZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 285 ft MSL

Location

City: Gorna Oryahovitsa
Country: BG
Latitude: 43.151402°
Longitude: 25.712900°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,038 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport

Overview

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport serves the central region of Bulgaria, located at an elevation of 285 ft MSL near the city of Gorna Oryahovitsa. As a medium-sized airport with a 8,038 ft concrete runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and operational needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 57.9% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions accounting for the remaining airspace characteristics. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -13°C to 34°C, with an average of 8.3°C, and wind conditions typically from the west at an average of 6.7 knots, occasionally reaching up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) is optimally positioned with 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 2.2 knots. Its moderate elevation and geographic location suggest relatively stable terrain without significant complex topographical challenges for approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with minimal fog (8.1% occurrence) and typically excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations, though calm conditions exist 18.6% of the time, providing relatively stable approach environments.

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

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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.