Saint-Yan Airport

LFLN / SYT

L'Hôpital-le-Mercier, Saône-et-Loire, FR

Last Updated
Apr 28, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
8,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLN 281200Z AUTO 33006KT 9999 FEW032 BKN086 17/10 Q1014 TEMPO FEW050CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 796 ft
FEW 3,200 ft AGL
FEW 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,996 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,796 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,396 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Saint-Yan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 6 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
987 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (796 ft)
Pressure Alt
774 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,205 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFLN 281100Z 2812/2821 31005KT CAVOK PROB30 TEMPO 2812/2818 -SHRA FEW050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 310° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLN
15L
33R ✈️
15R
33L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 33R
6,660 ft 148 ft CON 148°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
✈️ 15R/33L
Active: 33L
4,921 ft 98 ft CON 148°
6.0 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 - LFLN

10,602 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
60.4%
MVFR
16.8%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
11.5%

Saint-Yan Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.5% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.1%
NE
9.9%
E
10.8%
SE
11.3%
S
23.9%
SW
6.6%
W
11.7%
NW
12.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.5°C
Range: -10°C to 31°C
-10°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.5%

Best Months for VFR

April March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15L/33R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 15R/33L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,602 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Saint-Yan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLN
IATA Code: SYT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 796 ft MSL

Location

City: L'Hôpital-le-Mercier, Saône-et-Loire
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.414019°
Longitude: 4.014177°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 15L/33R
Length: 6,660 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 15R/33L
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Saint-Yan Airport

Overview

Saint-Yan Airport is a medium-sized airport located in the Saône-et-Loire region of France, situated near L'Hôpital-le-Mercier. The airport sits at an elevation of 796 feet above mean sea level and features two concrete runways, with the primary runway 15L/33R extending 6,660 feet in length. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the central French region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Saint-Yan demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevalent 51.6% of the time. Temperature ranges from -10°C to 31°C, with an average of 8.3°C, presenting potential temperature-related performance considerations for aircraft. Wind patterns are predominantly from the south at an average of 5.6 knots, with occasional stronger gusts up to 28 knots and calm conditions occurring 6.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport offers two runways with consistent wind alignment, both showing 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of 3.3 knots. Visibility is generally excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. Fog is present 14.5% of the time, which pilots should consider during flight planning, particularly during transition seasons.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying conditions indicate January, September, and October as the most favorable months for VFR operations. Both runways (15L/33R and 15R/33L) provide flexible approach options with similar wind characteristics. Pilots should be prepared for potential instrument meteorological conditions, as non-VFR conditions (MVFR, IFR, LIFR) collectively represent 48.3% of observed weather patterns.

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

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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.