Landivisiau Air Base

LFRJ / LDV

Landivisiau, FR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 09:30Z

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 24 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
10 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1022 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFRJ 100930Z AUTO 28010KT 9999 FEW017 BKN023 BKN049 14/09 Q1022 TEMPO 4000 -SHRA BKN016TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 348 ft
BKN 1,600 ft AGL (TCU)
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 2,300 ft AGL
BKN 4,900 ft AGL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,948 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,048 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,648 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,248 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Landivisiau Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 10 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

QNH
1022 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (348 ft)
Pressure Alt
86 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 50 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFRJ 100800Z 1009/1018 26010KT 9999 BKN020 PROB40 TEMPO 1009/1012 4000 -SHRA BKN016TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:54Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FRJ
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,858 ft 148 ft CON 73°
8.7 kt 5.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFRJ

12,911 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48.2%
MVFR
28.8%
IFR
16.1%
LIFR
6.9%

Landivisiau Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 23% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 11 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, November, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 11 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.6%
NE
9.3%
E
7.9%
SE
7.4%
S
22.1%
SW
22.6%
W
13.9%
NW
6.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -4°C to 34°C
-4°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.7%

Best Months for VFR

April November September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 12,911 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Landivisiau Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFRJ
IATA Code: LDV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 348 ft MSL

Location

City: Landivisiau
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.530300°
Longitude: -4.151640°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,858 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Landivisiau Air Base

Landivisiau 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

Landivisiau Air Base (LFRJ) is a medium-sized airport located in Brittany, northwestern France, serving primarily military aviation operations. Situated at an elevation of 348 feet MSL, the base is positioned near the Atlantic coast with coordinates 48.530300, -4.151640. The airport features a single concrete runway (07/25) with a substantial length of 8,858 feet.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Landivisiau demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing in 50.4% of observations. Pilots can expect moderate challenges, with Marginal VFR conditions occurring in 28.8% of cases and Instrument Flight Rules in 14.6% of observations. The prevailing wind is from the south (180°) at an average of 11.1 knots, with occasional strong gusts up to 41 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location in Brittany influences its meteorological characteristics, with temperature ranges from -4°C to 21°C and an average of 10.2°C. Visibility is generally excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility (fog present in only 2.8% of observations). November, September, and December represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 offers consistently favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of 6.6 knots. Pilots should anticipate southern wind patterns and prepare for potential variable conditions, particularly during winter months. The substantial runway length of 8,858 feet provides ample space for most aircraft operations, enhancing approach and landing flexibility.

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.