Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield

LOAV

Bad Vöslau, AT

Last Updated
Apr 10, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
2 kt
Variable
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOAV 101800Z VRB02KT 4000 BR SCT012 04/03 Q////

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 765 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,965 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,200 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 5.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 5 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: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 16:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD LOAV 101657Z 1016/1021 07003KT 6000 FEW012 BKN015 TEMPO 1016/1021 3000 BR BKN012 BECMG 1019/1021 30007KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:21Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 70° 3 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OAV
08
26
13R
31L
31R
13L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 3,018 ft 98 ft GRASS No wind data
13R/31L 3,116 ft 75 ft ASPHALT No wind data
31R/13L 2,133 ft 82 ft grass 306° 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 - LOAV

1,871 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.7%
MVFR
8.7%
IFR
11.6%
LIFR
10%

Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield typically experiences VFR conditions 69.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 11.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
9%
NE
3.8%
E
12.2%
SE
16.6%
S
8.4%
SW
1%
W
10.2%
NW
27.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.6%

Best Months for VFR

October April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.1 kt
Runway 13R/31L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt
Runway 31R/13L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,871 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOAV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 765 ft MSL

Location

City: Bad Vöslau
Country: AT
Latitude: 47.965000°
Longitude: 16.260000°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,018 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No
Runway 13R/31L
Length: 3,116 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASPHALT
ILS: No
Runway 31R/13L
Length: 2,133 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield

Vöslau-Kottingbrunn Airfield (LOAV) is located in Bad Vöslau, AT at an elevation of 765 feet MSL. The airport has 3 runways (08/26, 13R/31L, 31R/13L), with the longest at 3,116 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 69.7% of the time based on 1,871 observations, LOAV requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 21.6% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.6% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LOAV come from the NW (315°) with an average speed of 8.9 knots. Runway 13R/31L offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are October, April, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -6°C (21°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 8.2°C (47°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,871 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.