Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield

LFKA

Tournon, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: LFLB
Weather Source: Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (LFLB)
Distance: 19nm / 35km from LFKA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
10 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLB 141500Z AUTO 04010KT 350V100 9999 -RA FEW033/// BKN047/// OVC062/// ///CB 11/07 Q1002 TEMPO 18020G30KT 1200 TSRAGS BKN012 BKN030CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,033 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 3,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,700 ft AGL
OVC 6,200 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,233 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,033 ft AMSL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,333 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,733 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
6,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,233 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 6,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 10 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm RAGS. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm RAGS between 15:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
968 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,033 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,371 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,139 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFLB 141400Z 1415/1515 18008KT 9999 SCT035 BKN050 TEMPO 1415/1420 18020G30KT 3000 SHRA BKN040TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1415/1419 1200 TSRAGS BKN012 BKN030CB BECMG 1506/1508 03008KT TEMPO 1512/1515 36015G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1515 2000 TSRAGS BKN030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 180° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKA
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
2,625 ft 69 ft ASP 51°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFKA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,033 ft MSL

Location

City: Tournon
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.626044°
Longitude: 6.328125°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 69 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield

Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield (LFKA) is located in Tournon, FR at an elevation of 1,033 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 2,625 feet.

Airport Overview

Albertville General Pierre Delachenal Airfield serves Tournon 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 (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,625 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 LFKA, 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.