Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande

LFDF

, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 00:30Z

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Currently using: LFBE
Weather Source: Bergerac Dordogne-Périgord airport (LFBE)
Distance: 15nm / 27km from LFDF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
3 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBE 150030Z AUTO 28003KT 9999 -RA SCT015/// BKN028/// BKN037/// ///TCU 08/08 Q1003 TEMPO 4000 -SHRA BKN006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 282 ft
BKN 600 ft AGL
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 2,800 ft AGL
BKN 3,700 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
882 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,782 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,082 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,982 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 600 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 24 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions between 00:00Z and 06:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (282 ft)
Pressure Alt
590 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -182 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LFBE 150008Z 1500/1524 26005KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1500/1503 4000 -SHRA BKN010 BKN020TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1500/1506 BKN006 BECMG 1507/1509 36010KT TEMPO 1509/1517 34015G25KT 4500 -SHRA BKN030TCU BECMG 1520/1522 27005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
07:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 360° 10 kt
09:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR 340° 15 kt
Visibility: 4.5 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FDF
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
3,937 ft 0 ft UNK
3.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFDF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 282 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.853600°
Longitude: 0.176667°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande

Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande (LFDF) is located in , FR at an elevation of 282 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 3,937 feet.

Airport Overview

Aérodrome de Sainte-Foy-la-Grande serves in FR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (10/28) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 3,937 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LFDF, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.