Latina Air Base

LIRL

Latina, 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
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRL 220955Z COR 33005KT 9999 SCT018 BKN025 18/13 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 94 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,894 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,594 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Latina Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 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 north-northwest (330°) at 5 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 09:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 14:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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 LIRL 220800Z 2209/2218 VRB03KT 9999 SCT020 SCT040 TEMPO 2209/2211 RA TEMPO 2211/2214 5000 TSRA SCT010CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:01Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRL
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
5,577 ft 131 ft ASP 124°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRL

3,496 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.2%
MVFR
11.6%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.1%

Latina Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 5.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 5%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
6.7%
E
5.4%
SE
19.9%
S
10.6%
SW
13.9%
W
11.9%
NW
21%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.7°C
Range: -2°C to 32°C
-2°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,496 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Latina Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 94 ft MSL

Location

City: Latina
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.542400°
Longitude: 12.909000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 5,577 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Latina Air Base

Latina 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

Latina Air Base (LIRL) is a medium-sized airport located in central Italy, situated at an elevation of 94 feet MSL near the city of Latina. Positioned at coordinates 41.542400, 12.909000, the airport serves regional aviation needs with a primary runway 12/30 measuring 5,577 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Latina are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 90.3% of observations showing clear conditions. The airport experiences mild temperatures averaging 16.7°C, ranging from -2°C to 32°C, and features consistent northwest winds at an average of 4.9 knots. October, January, and September offer the most stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 12/30 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of 2.4 knots. Visibility consistently remains high, averaging 10 statute miles with no recorded instances of fog or significant visibility restrictions. The low percentage of instrument meteorological conditions (0.8% IFR) indicates generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect reliable approach conditions with predominantly northwest winds at 315 degrees. The runway's orientation and local wind patterns suggest minimal wind-related approach challenges, with calm conditions occurring 4.7% of the time. Maximum recorded wind speeds of 18 knots indicate generally stable approach environments.

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.