Poitiers-Biard Airport

LFBI / PIS

Poitiers/Biard, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
4 kt
110°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBI 041030Z AUTO 11004KT 060V160 CAVOK 15/08 Q1022 NOSIG
QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (423 ft)
Pressure Alt
161 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 263 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBI 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBI
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
7,710 ft 148 ft ASP 32°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBI

7,979 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.3%
MVFR
19.6%
IFR
20.8%
LIFR
16.3%

Poitiers-Biard Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 37.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
10.1%
E
4.8%
SE
6.1%
S
36.6%
SW
19.7%
W
9.1%
NW
5.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -7°C to 30°C
-7°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.4%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,979 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Poitiers-Biard Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBI
IATA Code: PIS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 423 ft MSL

Location

City: Poitiers/Biard
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.587700°
Longitude: 0.306666°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 7,710 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Poitiers-Biard Airport

Overview

Poitiers-Biard Airport serves the Poitiers region in central western France, situated at an elevation of 423 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides medium-level aviation services for the surrounding area, with a single runway 03/21 measuring 7,710 feet in length and constructed of asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Poitiers-Biard exhibit significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions predominating at 45.9% of observations. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 30°C, with an average of 9.7°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year. Pilots should note that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Marginal VFR conditions collectively account for 54.1% of observed weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location experiences consistent southerly winds with an average speed of 8.3 knots and maximum gusts up to 29 knots. Wind calm conditions are rare, occurring in only 0.8% of observations. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with occasional fog events present in 12.6% of recorded weather conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supportive 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 3.7 knots, providing relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions. September, October, and November represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations at this airport.

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.