Amiens Glisy Airfield

LFAY

Amiens, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

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Currently using: LFOB
Weather Source: Beauvais Tillé airport (LFOB)
Distance: 27nm / 51km from LFAY

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
3 kt
320°
4.6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1025 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOB 040600Z AUTO 32003KT 4600 BR NSC 02/02 Q1025 TEMPO 0900 FG VV///
QNH
1025 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1018 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (208 ft)
Pressure Alt
-145 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,655 ft
ISA Deviation: -12.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFOB 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK TEMPO 0406/0408 4000 BR PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0407 0900 FG VV/// BECMG 0410/0412 13007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:33Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
10:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 130° 7 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAY
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
4,265 ft 82 ft ASP 116°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Amiens Glisy Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFAY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 208 ft MSL

Location

City: Amiens
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.873004°
Longitude: 2.387074°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amiens Glisy Airfield

Overview

Amiens Glisy Airfield serves the Hauts-de-France region in northern France, located near the city of Amiens. Situated at an elevation of 208 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport supports various general aviation and regional operations with its well-maintained infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location in northern France typically experiences maritime influenced weather patterns with moderate seasonal variations. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and humidity-related conditions common to this geographical region. The elevation at 208 ft MSL suggests relatively gentle terrain surrounding the airport environment.

Notable Features

The single runway 12/30 measures 4,265 feet in length, constructed with an asphalt surface suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at 49.873004, 2.387074 position the airport in a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Picardy landscape. The runway orientation allows for flexible approach and departure options depending on prevailing wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's length of 4,265 feet accommodates most general aviation and smaller regional aircraft types. Pilots should assess wind direction carefully when planning approaches, as the runway alignment provides options for different wind scenarios. Standard approach procedures should be followed, with careful attention to local terrain and surrounding geographical features.

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.