Elefsis Air Base

LGEL

Elefsina, GR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 22:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Hellenic Air Force base. Civil access is restricted.

Access Notes:

HAF bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
22:50Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGEL 042250Z 00000KT 9999 FEW025 09/05 Q1026

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 143 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,643 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LGEL 041700Z 0418/0518 VRB05KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 0508/0510 18010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 180° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GEL
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 8,985 ft 131 ft ASP 180°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
180° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGEL

7,430 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.4%
MVFR
7.3%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Elefsis Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 17.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 17.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.1%
NE
2.3%
E
4%
SE
5.2%
S
15.4%
SW
3.8%
W
5.9%
NW
20.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.9°C
Range: -1°C to 35°C
-1°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,430 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Elefsis Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGEL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 143 ft MSL

Location

City: Elefsina
Country: GR
Latitude: 38.063801°
Longitude: 23.556000°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 8,985 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Elefsis Air Base

Elefsis Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the GR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Elefsis Air Base (LGEL) is a medium airport located in Elefsina, Greece, situated at an elevation of 143 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 38.063801, 23.556000, the airport serves as a strategic aviation facility in the Attica region. The airport features a single runway 18/36, which is 8,985 feet long and constructed with asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Elefsis Air Base are predominantly VFR, with 93.2% of observations showing clear flying conditions. The airport experiences a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from -1°C to 35°C, averaging 16.7°C. Wind patterns are primarily northerly at 0°, with an average speed of 7.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 26 knots, while calm conditions occur 17.6% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 18/36 is favorably aligned with prevailing winds, with 100% wind compatibility. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging only 3.4 knots. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles or fog presence.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for VFR operations at Elefsis Air Base. Pilots can expect highly reliable visual flying conditions during these months, with minimal weather-related restrictions. The runway's length and alignment provide flexibility for most aircraft operations, with predictable wind conditions supporting consistent approaches.

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.