Cervia Air Base

LIPC

Cervia (RA), IT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:55Z

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
Fresh 20 min ago
08:55Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
270°
4 km
Visibility
1,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPC 040855Z 27003KT 4000 BR SCT006 BKN016 09/09 Q1029

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
SCT 600 ft AGL
BKN 1,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
618 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,618 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIPC 040800Z 0409/0418 VRB03KT 3500 BR SCT005 BKN010 TEMPO 0412/0415 6000 NSW BECMG 0416/0418 2500 BKN005
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:14Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 3.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
12:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
16:00Z BECMG
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPC
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPC

7,521 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.7%
MVFR
16%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
16.3%

Cervia Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.2% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
4.6%
NE
6%
E
10.2%
SE
6.5%
S
6.5%
SW
11.8%
W
42.2%
NW
11.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.8°C
Range: -7°C to 29°C
-7°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.2%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,521 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cervia Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Cervia (RA)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.224201°
Longitude: 12.307200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cervia Air Base

Cervia 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

Cervia Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Cervia, Italy, with an elevation of 18 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 44.224201, 12.307200, the airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 10,007 feet in length with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions occurring 15.3% and 10.1% respectively. Wind patterns are primarily westerly at an average of 5.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots and only 0.6% calm conditions. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 10.3°C.

Notable Features

Visibility at Cervia Air Base averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of visibility below 3 miles and fog present 9.7% of the time. The airport's single runway benefits from favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots, making it relatively consistent for operations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Cervia Air Base. The long 10,007-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff space, while the consistent westerly winds and low average crosswind suggest predictable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft.

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.