Pratica Di Mare Air Base

LIRE

Pomezia, 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
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRE 220955Z 02011KT 9999 SCT020 BKN040 15/11 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 41 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,041 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,041 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pratica Di Mare Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 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 north-northeast (20°) at 11 knots. Runway 31 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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 LIRE 220800Z 2209/2218 02005KT 9999 SCT020 BKN040 BECMG 2212/2214 29007KT PROB30 TEMPO 2212/2218 5000 TSRA FEW018CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 290° 7 kt
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRE
13
31 ✈️
13R
31L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
8,335 ft 148 ft ASP 130°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° angle
✈️ 13R/31L
Active: 31L
8,138 ft 98 ft ASP 129°
3.8 kt 10.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRE

8,771 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
92.5%
MVFR
6.7%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.2%

Pratica Di Mare Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 92.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 0°C and 30°C with an average of 14.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
21.9%
NE
17.8%
E
19%
SE
12.6%
S
8.2%
SW
6.6%
W
8.9%
NW
4.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.2°C
Range: 0°C to 30°C
0°C 30°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,771 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pratica Di Mare Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 41 ft MSL

Location

City: Pomezia
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.654499°
Longitude: 12.445200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 8,335 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 8,138 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pratica Di Mare Air Base

Pratica Di Mare 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

Pratica Di Mare Air Base is a military airport located near Pomezia, Italy, situated at 41 ft above mean sea level. The base supports medium-sized aircraft operations with two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling significant aviation traffic. Its strategic location near Rome provides important military and potentially civil aviation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pratica Di Mare are predominantly excellent for flying, with VFR conditions present 94.1% of the time. The prevailing winds are from the north at an average of 7.1 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 25 knots. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 30°C, with an average of 15.4°C, supporting consistent and stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways: 13/31 at 8,335 ft and 13R/31L at 8,138 ft, both constructed of asphalt. Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with an average crosswind of only 4.7 knots. The low elevation of 41 ft MSL and consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles contribute to predictable approach and landing environments.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at this airbase. The near-constant wind direction and low crosswind component provide stable approach conditions for both runways. Pilots can expect highly reliable visual meteorological conditions, with statistical data showing minimal instances of restricted visibility or challenging weather patterns.

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.