Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base

LFOJ

Boulay-les-Barres, Loiret, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérienne militaire. L'accès civil est restreint sauf autorisation spéciale.

Access Notes:

Bases Aériennes closed to civil traffic; consult SIA France for details

Consult official AIP (SIA France ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
8 kt
120°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOJ 041030Z AUTO 12008KT 090V150 CAVOK 15/07 Q1023 NOSIG
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (412 ft)
Pressure Alt
120 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 219 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFOJ 040800Z 0409/0509 11008KT CAVOK TX18/0415Z TN04/0506Z PROB30 TEMPO 0503/0508 3000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOJ
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
7,887 ft 148 ft ASP 69°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFOJ

7,931 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
43.5%
MVFR
17.5%
IFR
21.6%
LIFR
17.4%

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 43.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 39% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.6% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
12.4%
E
6.3%
SE
10.2%
S
27%
SW
24.4%
W
10.3%
NW
3.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -10°C to 31°C
-10°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.6%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt

Statistics computed from 7,931 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Boulay-les-Barres, Loiret
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.987801°
Longitude: 1.760560°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,887 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the FR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Orléans-Bricy Air Base (BA 123) is a medium-sized military airport located in the Loiret department of central France, near the town of Boulay-les-Barres. Situated at an elevation of 412 feet MSL, the base provides critical infrastructure for French military aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences diverse weather conditions, with VFR conditions prevailing 46.9% of the time. Annual temperatures range from -10°C to 31°C, with an average of 9°C. Pilots should note significant wind variability, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 9.5 knots and occasional gusts up to 33 knots.

Notable Features

The primary runway 07/25 is an asphalt surface measuring 7,887 feet in length, capable of accommodating a wide range of aircraft. The airport's geographical location experiences minimal weather extremes, with fog occurring in 13.4% of observations and consistently favorable wind conditions for the main runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 5.6 knots. Pilots will find September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions, with high visibility and stable atmospheric 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

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.