Armilla Air Base

LEGA

Armilla, ES

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

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
Fresh 29 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6 kt
190°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEGA 221400Z 19006KT 130V290 CAVOK 28/07 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Armilla Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LEGA 221100Z 2212/2312 VRB02KT CAVOK TX29/2215Z TN13/2306Z BECMG 2213/2216 18010KT BECMG 2218/2220 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
18:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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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°
5.9 kt 1.0 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 - LEGA

2,627 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.6%
MVFR
8.5%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
1.5%

Armilla Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.9%
NE
3.8%
E
4.5%
SE
5.8%
S
31.6%
SW
8%
W
11.2%
NW
20.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.2°C
Range: -5°C to 36°C
-5°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 2,627 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 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.