Marche Airport

LIPY / AOI

Falconara Marittima (AN), IT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
0 kt
4.2 km
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPY 040850Z AUTO 00000KT 4200 -RA BR OVC011/// 11/10 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
OVC 1,100 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,149 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIPY 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB05KT 6000 FEW015 TEMPO 0406/0410 3000 BR BKN008 TEMPO 0421/0506 2000 BR BKN008
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:19Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
21:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPY
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 9,718 ft 148 ft ASP 45°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
45° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPY

7,744 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.2%
MVFR
12.9%
IFR
11.2%
LIFR
6.7%

Marche Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.2 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: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
8.5%
E
5.1%
SE
5.4%
S
32%
SW
18.4%
W
10.4%
NW
10.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.6°C
Range: -3°C to 30°C
-3°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,744 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Marche Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPY
IATA Code: AOI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Falconara Marittima (AN)
Country: IT
Latitude: 43.616299°
Longitude: 13.362300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,718 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Marche Airport

Overview

Marche Airport serves the Falconara Marittima area in the Ancona province of Italy, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 49 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 43.616299, 13.362300, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Marche region, supporting various flight operations on its single runway 04/22.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Marche Airport demonstrate significant VFR flying opportunities, with 70.9% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, predominantly from the south at an average of 5.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from -3°C to 30°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The single runway 04/22 spans 9,718 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Wind data indicates highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the prevailing southerly winds, which align favorably with runway 04/22. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related complications, with calm conditions present in only 0.1% of observations. The airport's low elevation and consistent weather patterns contribute to relatively straightforward approach and departure procedures.

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.