Amendola Air Base

LIBA

San Giovanni Rotondo (FG), IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Aeroporto militare dell'Aeronautica Militare. L'accesso civile è generalmente limitato.

Access Notes:

Aeronautica Militare bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBA 220955Z 32008KT 9999 -RA FEW015 FEW025CB BKN060 15/13 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 183 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,683 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,683 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,183 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Amendola Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 8 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

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. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIBA 220800Z 2209/2218 30012KT 9999 SCT040 BKN060 TEMPO 2209/2212 7000 TSRA FEW030CB TEMPO 2212/2215 31017G27KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
12:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 310° 17 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBA
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,727 ft 144 ft ASP 114°
6.9 kt 4.0 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 - LIBA

9,404 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.3%
MVFR
14.9%
IFR
5%
LIFR
5.8%

Amendola Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 74.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.2%
NE
4.3%
E
21.8%
SE
5.5%
S
4.7%
SW
8.2%
W
32.7%
NW
18.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -3°C to 32°C
-3°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 5.6%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,404 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Amendola Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 183 ft MSL

Location

City: San Giovanni Rotondo (FG)
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.538443°
Longitude: 15.717181°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,727 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amendola Air Base

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

Overview

Amendola Air Base (LIBA) is a medium-sized airport located near San Giovanni Rotondo in Foggia, Italy. Situated at an elevation of 183 feet MSL, the base serves as a strategic aviation facility in the southeastern region of Italy. Its single runway 11/29 spans 8,727 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various military and potentially civilian aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 76% of observations indicating good visual flying weather. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 32°C, with an average of 13.2°C, providing generally stable flying conditions throughout the year. September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal visibility and moderate wind conditions.

Notable Features

Prevailing winds at Amendola Air Base consistently blow from the west (270°) at an average speed of 6.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. The terrain surrounding the airport appears relatively consistent, with minimal reports of significant visibility restrictions, though 5.4% of observations indicate potential fog conditions that pilots should monitor.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.6 knots. Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for both takeoff and landing, with consistently predictable wind patterns. The extensive runway length of 8,727 feet provides ample space for most aircraft operations.

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.