Cholet Le Pontreau airfield

LFOU / CET

Cholet, FR

Last Updated
Jul 6, 14:30Z

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Currently using: LFRS
Weather Source: Nantes Atlantique Airport (LFRS)
Distance: 30nm / 56km from LFOU

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
14:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
37°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
5 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRS 061430Z AUTO VRB05KT CAVOK 37/07 Q1019 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cholet Le Pontreau airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 5 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 37°C (99°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (443 ft)
Pressure Alt
271 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,017 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFRS 061100Z 0612/0718 14005KT CAVOK BECMG 0615/0617 29008KT BECMG 0700/0702 03006KT BECMG 0710/0712 26010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 290° 8 kt
00:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 30° 6 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOU
03
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
03/21 4,528 ft 98 ft ASP 25° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Cholet Le Pontreau airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOU
IATA Code: CET
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 443 ft MSL

Location

City: Cholet
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.082100°
Longitude: -0.877064°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,528 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cholet Le Pontreau airfield

Cholet Le Pontreau airfield (LFOU/CET) is located in Cholet, FR at an elevation of 443 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (03/21), with the longest at 4,528 feet.

Airport Overview

Cholet Le Pontreau airfield serves Cholet 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 (03/21) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,528 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 LFOU, 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.