Pápa Air Base

LHPA

Pápa, HU

Last Updated
Jun 24, 22:45Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
22:45Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
1 kt
150°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LHPA 242245Z 15001KT CAVOK 16/11 Q1018 NOSIG RMK BLU

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pápa Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 16:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (466 ft)
Pressure Alt
324 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 556 ft
ISA Deviation: +1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LHPA 241715Z 2418/2518 36010KT CAVOK BECMG 2419/2422 VRB03KT BECMG 2507/2511 01009KT TEMPO 2516/2518 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
07:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 10° 9 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
HPA
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
7,869 ft 0 ft CON
1.0 kt 0.2 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LHPA

12,792 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.4%
MVFR
14.4%
IFR
8.2%
LIFR
9.1%

Pápa Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 68.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 5.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.5%
N
20.9%
S
23.3%
W
4.8%
NE
4.4%
NW
16.3%
SE
8.7%
SW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.9°C
Range: -17°C to 32°C
-17°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.7%

Best Months for VFR

April June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 12,792 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pápa Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LHPA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 466 ft MSL

Location

City: Pápa
Country: HU
Latitude: 47.363602°
Longitude: 17.500799°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 7,869 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Pápa Air Base

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

Pápa Air Base (LHPA) is located in Pápa, HU at an elevation of 466 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 7,869 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 68.4% of the time based on 12,792 observations, LHPA requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 17.3% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 11.7% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LHPA come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7 knots and recorded gusts up to 30 knots. Runway 16/34 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 2.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, June, May, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -17°C (1°F) to 32°C (90°F), averaging 8.9°C (48°F). Cold weather operations require attention to aircraft preheating, de-icing, and cold-soaked fuel management. Altimeter settings typically range from 9.84 to 10.37 inHg (333-351 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 12,792 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 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.