Châteaudun Airfield

LFOC

Châteaudun, Eure-et-Loir, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:30Z

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Weather Source: Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base (LFOJ)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from LFOC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
90°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR LFOJ 041930Z AUTO 09007KT CAVOK 12/05 Q1020 NOSIG
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (433 ft)
Pressure Alt
231 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -25 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFOJ 041400Z 0415/0515 13010KT CAVOK TX18/0415Z TN04/0506Z PROB30 TEMPO 0504/0508 4000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
04:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOC
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
7,552 ft 148 ft ASP 98°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Châteaudun Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 433 ft MSL

Location

City: Châteaudun, Eure-et-Loir
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.057907°
Longitude: 1.379309°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 7,552 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Châteaudun Airfield

Overview

Châteaudun Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in the Eure-et-Loir department of France, positioned at coordinates 48.057907, 1.379309. Situated at an elevation of 433 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the Châteaudun region with critical aviation infrastructure. Its strategic location provides important regional air access.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 433 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment typical of the central French landscape. Pilots should anticipate standard maritime-influenced weather patterns characteristic of the region, with potential seasonal variations in wind and visibility. The single runway (10/28) spanning 7,552 feet provides substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Notable Features

Châteaudun Airfield features a single asphalt runway oriented 10/28, offering approximately 7,552 feet of landing surface. The runway's substantial length accommodates a wide range of aircraft operations, from smaller general aviation aircraft to medium-sized transport planes. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Given the runway's 10/28 orientation, pilots should prepare for potential wind variations affecting landing and takeoff procedures. The 7,552-foot runway length provides significant margin for most aircraft performance envelopes. Standard instrument approach considerations should be applied, with particular attention to local terrain and prevailing 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.

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.