Laval-Entrammes Airport

LFOV / LVA

Laval, Mayenne, FR

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
3 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
3,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOV 092230Z AUTO 30003KT 9999 BKN035 BKN042 BKN170 12/11 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 330 ft
BKN 3,500 ft AGL
BKN 4,200 ft AGL
BKN 17,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,830 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,530 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
17,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,330 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Laval-Entrammes Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOV
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
5,453 ft 98 ft ASP 142°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFOV

12,156 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.3%
MVFR
15.7%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
7.7%

Laval-Entrammes Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 66.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.8%
N
13.7%
S
20.6%
W
11.7%
NE
7.9%
NW
6.5%
SE
10.7%
SW
17.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.9°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.3%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.3 kt

Statistics computed from 12,156 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Laval-Entrammes Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOV
IATA Code: LVA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 330 ft MSL

Location

City: Laval, Mayenne
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.032208°
Longitude: -0.743999°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,453 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Laval-Entrammes Airport

Overview

Laval-Entrammes Airport serves the Mayenne region in northwestern France, situated at 330 feet above mean sea level near the city of Laval. The medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting various general aviation and regional flight operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions, with 61.9% of observations indicating good visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, with a prevailing southerly wind at 180° averaging 7.9 knots and occasional gusts up to 24 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from -5°C to 30°C, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 14/32 is 5,453 feet long with an asphalt surface, offering good operational flexibility. The airport's location provides stable weather patterns, with minimal low visibility events and only 5.1% of observations reporting fog. Crosswind conditions are generally mild, with an average crosswind of 5.3 knots across the primary runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility for operations. Pilots should anticipate primarily southerly winds during approach and be prepared for potential crosswind components. The consistent visibility (average 10 statute miles) and low frequency of instrument meteorological conditions provide generally reliable approach and landing 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.