Armilla Air Base

LEGA

Armilla, ES

Last Updated
Jun 5, 13:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérea del Ejército del Aire. El acceso civil está restringido.

Access Notes:

Military bases generally closed to civil traffic

Consult official AIP (Spain AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 50 hours ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
210°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEGA 051300Z 21008KT 180V300 CAVOK 30/11 Q1015

Weather Briefing

VFR

Armilla Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 49.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 8 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EGA
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 181°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LEGA

3,223 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
6.9%
IFR
2%
LIFR
1.2%

Armilla Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.1%
NE
3.4%
E
4.1%
SE
5.3%
S
33%
SW
8.5%
W
11.3%
NW
20.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.5°C
Range: -5°C to 36°C
-5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.9%

Best Months for VFR

May June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 3,223 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Armilla Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LEGA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,297 ft MSL

Location

City: Armilla
Country: ES
Latitude: 37.133202°
Longitude: -3.635690°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Armilla Air Base

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

Overview

Armilla Air Base (LEGA) is a medium airport located in Armilla, Spain, situated at an elevation of 2,297 feet MSL. The airport features a single asphalt runway (18/36) measuring 4,265 feet in length, serving the aviation needs of the local region near Granada.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Armilla Air Base are predominantly VFR, with 92.8% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -5°C to 36°C, with an average of 13.6°C. September, October, and November offer the most consistent VFR flying weather, with minimal meteorological challenges.

Notable Features

The airport's wind patterns are characterized by a prevailing southerly wind (180°) at an average of 5.5 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 4.2% of observations). The terrain surrounding the airport contributes to relatively stable flying conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots. Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions that support comfortable approaches and departures, with calm conditions occurring approximately 1% of the time.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.