Romorantin Pruniers Airbase

LFYR

Gièvres, Loir-et-Cher, FR

Last Updated
Apr 10, 23:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
60°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFYR 102300Z AUTO 06003KT CAVOK 09/09 Q1011

Weather Briefing

VFR

Romorantin Pruniers Airbase is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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
FYR
04L ✈️
22R
04R ✈️
22L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 04L
3,609 ft 328 ft grass
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 04R
3,117 ft 328 ft grass
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 - LFYR

9,580 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.2%
MVFR
19.7%
IFR
10.9%
LIFR
10.2%

Romorantin Pruniers Airbase is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 21.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 6.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 22.6% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 22.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
3%
NE
8.7%
E
6%
SE
10.1%
S
16%
SW
21.8%
W
9.3%
NW
2.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.6%

Best Months for VFR

March April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.1 kt

Statistics computed from 9,580 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Romorantin Pruniers Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFYR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 289 ft MSL

Location

City: Gièvres, Loir-et-Cher
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.317543°
Longitude: 1.691036°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 328 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 3,117 ft
Width: 328 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Romorantin Pruniers Airbase

Romorantin Pruniers Airbase (LFYR) is located in Gièvres, Loir-et-Cher, FR at an elevation of 289 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (04L/22R, 04R/22L), with the longest at 3,609 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 59.2% of the time based on 9,580 observations, LFYR requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 6.6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LFYR come from the SW (225°) with an average speed of 6.3 knots. Calm wind conditions are common (22.6% of observations), allowing flexible runway selection. Runway 04L/22R offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.1 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are March, April, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -9°C (16°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 9°C (48°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.91 to 10.32 inHg (336-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,580 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). 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.