Sarzana-Luni Air Base

LIQW

Sarzana (SP), 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
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
7 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIQW 220955Z VRB07KT 9999 FEW029 19/07 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 45 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,945 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sarzana-Luni Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,900 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 variable directions at 7 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,900 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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 LIQW 220800Z 2209/2218 22005KT 9999 FEW030 SCT050
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IQW
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 2,969 ft 75 ft ASP No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIQW

8,583 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.8%
MVFR
4.5%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.3%

Sarzana-Luni Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.9 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.6%
NE
1.7%
E
2.4%
SE
9.6%
S
8.8%
SW
3.6%
W
3.6%
NW
52.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12°C
Range: -1°C to 31°C
-1°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March April November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 8,583 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sarzana-Luni Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIQW
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 45 ft MSL

Location

City: Sarzana (SP)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.088001°
Longitude: 9.987950°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 2,969 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sarzana-Luni Air Base

Sarzana-Luni 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

Sarzana-Luni Air Base is a medium airport situated near Sarzana in the Liguria region of Italy, positioned at 44.088001, 9.987950 with an elevation of 45 feet MSL. The airport serves regional aviation needs with a single asphalt runway (18/36) measuring 2,969 feet in length, providing infrastructure for general aviation and potentially military or training operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 93.2% of observations supporting visual flight rules. Prevailing northwest winds at an average of 6.1 knots create stable meteorological conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 19 knots. Temperature ranges from -1°C to 31°C, with an average of 12°C, suggesting relatively mild climate characteristics throughout the year.

Notable Features

Located in coastal northern Italy, the airport's geographical positioning likely influences its consistent wind patterns, with a strong northwest wind component at 315 degrees. The low elevation of 45 feet MSL indicates a flat terrain environment, which contributes to the predictable wind and visibility conditions observed in the meteorological data.

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of only 3.4 knots. Pilots can expect optimal visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of reduced meteorological conditions. November, January, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations at this airport.

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
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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.