Istrana Air Base

LIPS

Istrana (TV), 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: 4°C
7 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPS 220955Z 09007KT 9999 FEW030 16/04 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 137 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,137 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Istrana Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 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 east (90°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 LIPS 220800Z 2209/2218 09010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:02Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPS
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
9,816 ft 105 ft ASP 82°
6.9 kt 1.2 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 - LIPS

9,345 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
66.4%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
12.3%
LIFR
8%

Istrana Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 66.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 94 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 94 kt
Calm Winds: 15.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
18.1%
NE
20.9%
E
16.7%
SE
4.9%
S
5.8%
SW
5.2%
W
6.3%
NW
6.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.7°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.6%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,345 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Istrana Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 137 ft MSL

Location

City: Istrana (TV)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.684358°
Longitude: 12.087107°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,816 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Istrana Air Base

Istrana 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

Istrana Air Base (LIPS) is a medium-sized airport located in Veneto, northern Italy near the city of Treviso. Situated at 137 feet mean sea level with coordinates 45.684358, 12.087107, the base serves military and potentially civilian aviation operations. Its single runway 08/26 spans 9,816 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Istrana demonstrate high visual flight rule (VFR) probability at 71.3% of observations. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 30°C with an average of 9.3°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. Wind patterns predominantly come from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 4.4 knots and occasional strong gusts up to 94 knots.

Notable Features

The airport experiences calm wind conditions 17.7% of the time, which can impact takeoff and landing procedures. Visibility averages 10 statute miles with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, and fog is present in only 4% of observations. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Average crosswind is minimal at 2.4 knots, suggesting relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions. Pilots can expect consistent wind and visibility patterns that support safe and predictable 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.