Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch

LFCH

Arcachon/La Teste-de-Buch, FR

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:30Z

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Currently using: LFBC
Weather Source: Cazaux (BA 120) Air Base (LFBC)
Distance: 4nm / 7km from LFCH

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
06:30Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBC 050630Z AUTO 15005KT 9999 ////// 10/08 Q1014

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD LFBC 050620Z 0506/0603 15005KT CAVOK BECMG 0516/0518 OVC005 TEMPO 0518/0524 4900 -SHRA BKN020TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:04Z BASE
+0h
VFR 150° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR
Ceiling: 500 ft
18:00Z TEMPO
+11h
MVFR
Visibility: 4.9 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
FCH
07L
25R
07
25 ✈️
07R
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↓ 0.9 kt • ↔ 4.9 kt
100° angle
07L/25R 4,416 ft 76 ft ASP 74°
↑ 1.2 kt • ↔ 4.9 kt
76° angle
07R/25L 4,213 ft 197 ft GRS 74°
↑ 1.2 kt • ↔ 4.9 kt
76° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFCH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 52 ft MSL

Location

City: Arcachon/La Teste-de-Buch
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.596401°
Longitude: -1.110830°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 07L/25R
Length: 4,416 ft
Width: 76 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 4,213 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
150°@5kt
Density Alt
52ft, 10°C
Performance
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About Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch

Overview

Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch serves the coastal region of southwestern France, located near the Arcachon Bay. As a medium airport with ICAO code LFCH, it provides aviation services to the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, situated at a modest elevation of 52 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable marine weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and visibility changes typical of littoral environments, with the two distinct runway configurations (07/25 and 07L/25R) offering flexibility in different wind scenarios.

Notable Features

The airport features two runways: a 4,416-foot asphalt runway (07L/25R) and a 4,213-foot grass runway (07R/25L). The dual runway configuration provides operational versatility, with surfaces accommodating different aircraft types and potential weather conditions. Its proximity to the Atlantic coast likely influences local atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientations of 07/25 suggest prevailing winds might typically align with this east-west axis. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios given the coastal location. The multiple runway options allow for adaptive approach strategies depending on current meteorological conditions.

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.

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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.