Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base

LIBV

Gioia del Colle (BA), 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
MVFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
8 kt
350°
9 km
Visibility
2,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBV 220955Z 35008KT 9000 SCT014 SCT018 BKN022 15/11 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,187 ft
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 2,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,587 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,987 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,387 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,200 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 8 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 2200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 LIBV 220800Z 2209/2218 35015KT 8000 BKN012 TEMPO 2210/2216 5000 SHRA SCT008 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:02Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 15 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,200 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBV
14L
32R ✈️
14R
32L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14L/32R
Active: 32R
9,829 ft 98 ft ASP 141°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 14R/32L
Active: 32L
9,846 ft 148 ft ASP 141°
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 - LIBV

9,563 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.1%
MVFR
22.8%
IFR
11.1%
LIFR
11%

Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 38 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 38 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.4%
NE
5%
E
2.8%
SE
11.3%
S
24.3%
SW
3.7%
W
7.6%
NW
23.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -2°C to 31°C
-2°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.4%

Best Months for VFR

September April February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14L/32R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 14R/32L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 9,563 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,187 ft MSL

Location

City: Gioia del Colle (BA)
Country: IT
Latitude: 40.767799°
Longitude: 16.933300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14L/32R
Length: 9,829 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14R/32L
Length: 9,846 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base

Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez 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

Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Puglia, southern Italy, situated at an elevation of 1,187 feet MSL. The base features two parallel asphalt runways, each approximately 9,800 feet long, capable of supporting substantial military and potential civilian aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data reveals a predominantly favorable flying environment, with 55.9% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges from -2°C to 31°C, with an average of 12.2°C. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at an average of 7.7 knots, with maximum gusts up to 24 knots, and minimal calm periods (0.9% of observations).

Notable Features

The airport's geographical position at coordinates 40.767799, 16.933300 provides strategic access to the Puglia region. Both runways (14L/32R and 14R/32L) demonstrate consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.2 knots, suggesting predictable and stable approach characteristics.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog present in 8.4% of observations). The dual parallel runways offer operational flexibility and redundancy for various wind conditions.

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.