Albert Bray airport

LFAQ / BYF

Albert, FR

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
3 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFAQ 180730Z AUTO 33003KT 9999 FEW047/// OVC074/// ///TCU 13/11 Q1021 TEMPO 2500 SHRA SCT008 BKN013TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 364 ft
SCT 800 ft AGL
BKN 1,300 ft AGL (TCU)
FEW 4,700 ft AGL
OVC 7,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,164 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,664 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,064 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
7,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,764 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Albert Bray airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 07:00Z and 15:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (364 ft)
Pressure Alt
132 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -21 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFAQ 180500Z 1806/1815 02006KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1807/1815 4500 -SHRA BKN030TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1809/1812 2500 SHRA SCT008 BKN013TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 1,300 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAQ
08
26
08R ✈️
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
120° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 08R
3,281 ft 262 ft Grass
1.0 kt 2.8 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFAQ

9,714 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.8%
MVFR
22.7%
IFR
13.5%
LIFR
12%

Albert Bray airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.9%
NE
9.3%
E
5.3%
SE
18%
S
27.3%
SW
15.3%
W
10.6%
NW
6%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.3°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.1%

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,714 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Albert Bray airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFAQ
IATA Code: BYF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 364 ft MSL

Location

City: Albert
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.970049°
Longitude: 2.693939°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 262 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Albert Bray airport

Albert Bray airport (LFAQ/BYF) is located in Albert, FR at an elevation of 364 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 08R/26L), with the longest at 7,218 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 51.8% of the time based on 9,714 observations, LFAQ requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 25.5% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 8.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LFAQ come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 9.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 37 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, April, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -6°C (21°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 8.3°C (47°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.78 to 10.34 inHg (331-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,714 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.