Mende-Brenoux Airfield

LFNB / MEN

Mende/Brénoux, FR

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:00Z

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Weather Source: Rodez–Aveyron Airport (LFCR)
Distance: 45nm / 84km from LFNB

Current Weather

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02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
14 kt
110°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR LFCR 050200Z AUTO 11014KT CAVOK 10/06 Q1018 NOSIG
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
906 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,362 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,220 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,427 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFCR 042300Z 0500/0524 12015KT CAVOK TEMPO 0509/0513 14020G30KT TEMPO 0517/0521 4000 -RA BKN015 FEW040CB OVC080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 120° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+7h
VFR 140° 20 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FNB
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 125°
13.8 kt 2.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mende-Brenoux Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFNB
IATA Code: MEN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,362 ft MSL

Location

City: Mende/Brénoux
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.502102°
Longitude: 3.532820°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mende-Brenoux Airfield

Overview

Mende-Brenoux Airfield is located in southern France, serving the Lozère department in the Occitanie region. Positioned at an elevation of 3,362 feet mean sea level, this medium airport provides aviation services to the local mountainous area around Mende. The airport supports general aviation operations with its single asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

The high-altitude location at 3,362 feet MSL suggests significant potential for variable weather conditions, typical of mountainous terrain. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude effects, especially during summer months when performance calculations become critical. Wind patterns are likely influenced by the surrounding topographical features.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 12/30 measures 4,265 feet in length, providing adequate space for most general aviation aircraft. Its positioning at coordinates 44.502102, 3.532820 indicates a location within a mountainous landscape, which will create specific challenges for approach and departure procedures. Terrain awareness is crucial for safe operations at this airfield.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's alignment suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing. The substantial elevation and surrounding terrain will require careful performance planning and heightened situational awareness. Pilots should thoroughly prepare for mountain flying techniques and conduct thorough pre-flight terrain and weather assessments before operating at Mende-Brenoux Airfield.

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.