Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport

LIBC / CRV

Isola di Capo Rizzuto (KR), IT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 09:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
09:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
12 kt
40°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBC 220950Z 04012KT CAVOK 18/13 Q1014

Weather Briefing

VFR

Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (40°) at 12 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 20:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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 LIBC 220500Z 2206/2306 03016KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 2209/2218 03016G26KT TEMPO 2220/2303 4000 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
20:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBC
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
6,562 ft 148 ft ASP 169°
7.7 kt 9.2 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIBC

2,944 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88%
MVFR
10.3%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.3%

Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 8.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 8.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
25.7%
NE
12.8%
E
7.8%
SE
7.7%
S
19.7%
SW
16.5%
W
4.3%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.6°C
Range: -3°C to 30°C
-3°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 2,944 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBC
IATA Code: CRV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 522 ft MSL

Location

City: Isola di Capo Rizzuto (KR)
Country: IT
Latitude: 38.997200°
Longitude: 17.080200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport

Overview

Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport serves the Calabria region in southern Italy, located near Isola di Capo Rizzuto in Crotone province. As a medium-sized airport positioned at 522 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 89.2% of observations showing clear flying weather and only 1.7% IFR conditions. Wind patterns are consistent from the north (0°) with an average speed of 8.4 knots and maximum gusts to 26 knots, offering stable atmospheric conditions. September through November represent the most favorable months for visual flight operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 17/35 extends 6,562 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes. Temperature variations are moderate, averaging 16.8°C with a seasonal range between 2°C and 30°C. Visibility remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog occurs in only 1.3% of observations).

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a modest average crosswind of 4.3 knots. Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions that generally support straightforward approach and landing procedures, with minimal wind-related complexity during flight 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

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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.