Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base

LFBF

Toulouse/Francazal, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérienne militaire. L'accès civil est restreint sauf autorisation spéciale.

Access Notes:

Bases Aériennes closed to civil traffic; consult SIA France for details

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
14 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBF 040900Z AUTO 12014KT 090V170 9999 // NSC 14/09 Q1021

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBF
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,906 ft 148 ft ASP 115°
14.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBF

5,095 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.3%
MVFR
18.5%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
3.6%

Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 72.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 34 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 34 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.7%
NE
2%
E
6.4%
SE
25.6%
S
9.4%
SW
4.4%
W
26.7%
NW
13%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.7°C
Range: -9°C to 33°C
-9°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 5,095 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 535 ft MSL

Location

City: Toulouse/Francazal
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.545601°
Longitude: 1.367500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base

Toulouse-Francazal (BA 101) Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the FR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Toulouse-Francazal Air Base (LFBF) is a medium-sized airport located near Toulouse, France, serving both military and potentially civilian aviation purposes. Situated at an elevation of 535 feet MSL, the airport provides strategic aviation infrastructure in the southwestern region of France.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Toulouse-Francazal are predominantly favorable for flying, with 71.7% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -9°C to 33°C, with an average of 12.1°C. Wind patterns are predominantly from the west (270°) at an average of 7.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 26 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 5,906 feet with an asphalt surface. The runway demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging only 2.5 knots, which provides comfortable approach and landing scenarios for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Optimal VFR flying conditions are typically experienced in September, October, and November. The airport offers consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 0.6% of observations). Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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
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.