Udine-Rivolto Air Base

LIPI

Codroipo (UD), 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
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
4 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPI 220955Z 07004KT 9999 FEW035 16/01 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 179 ft
FEW 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,679 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Udine-Rivolto Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,500 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 east-northeast (70°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 1°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIPI 220800Z 2209/2218 VRB05KT 9999 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:00Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPI
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
8,365 ft 144 ft ASP 59°
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPI

9,358 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.8%
MVFR
11.1%
IFR
6.9%
LIFR
5.1%

Udine-Rivolto Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 76.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 44 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 44 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
40.6%
NE
19.7%
E
7.9%
SE
5.7%
S
7.3%
SW
3.8%
W
4%
NW
10.4%

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: 4.7%

Best Months for VFR

April September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 9,358 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Udine-Rivolto Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 179 ft MSL

Location

City: Codroipo (UD)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.978699°
Longitude: 13.049300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 8,365 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Udine-Rivolto Air Base

Udine-Rivolto 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

Udine-Rivolto Air Base is a medium-sized airport located near Codroipo in northeastern Italy, serving as an important regional aviation facility. Positioned at 179 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 45.978699, 13.049300, the base features a single runway 06/24 spanning 8,365 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather data indicates highly favorable VFR conditions 80.6% of the time, with only 6.5% IFR and 2.8% LIFR occurrences. The prevailing wind is from the north at an average of 4.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 9.6°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 06/24 demonstrates consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds are minimal, averaging only 2.9 knots. Visibility is excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of reduced visibility, and fog present in just 2.4% of observations.

Approach Considerations

September, January, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns from the north and minimal crosswind challenges. The long 8,365-foot asphalt runway provides ample landing and takeoff space for most aircraft types.

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.