Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

LOWL / LNZ

Linz, AT

Last Updated
Mar 5, 06:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
-1°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -1°C
2 kt
Variable
0.25 km
Visibility
100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWL 050650Z AUTO VRB02KT 0250 R26/0275N FZFG FEW000 BKN001 M01/M01 Q1027 TEMPO 0600 FZFG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 980 ft
FEW 0 ft AGL
BKN 100 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
0 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
980 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,080 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (980 ft)
Pressure Alt
568 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -1,117 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LOWL 050627Z 0506/0606 VRB03KT 1200 BCFG NSC TX14/0515Z TNM01/0506Z TEMPO 0506/0508 0200 FZFG VV001 TEMPO 0507/0510 2000 BR BKN002 BECMG 0508/0510 09010KT CAVOK TEMPO 0600/0606 09004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:09Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 1.2 km
Patches Fog
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWL
07H
25H
08
26
08E
26E

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07H/25H 0 ft 0 ft GRS No wind data
08/26 9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 87° No wind data
08E/26E 2,165 ft 148 ft GRS 87° 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 - LOWL

7,849 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
44.1%
MVFR
20.1%
IFR
16.8%
LIFR
19%

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 44.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 35.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.3 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.1% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are October, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
6.5%
E
36.2%
SE
4.6%
S
1.6%
SW
11.4%
W
29.5%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.1°C
Range: -13°C to 27°C
-13°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.1%

Best Months for VFR

October September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07H/25H
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt
Runway 08E/26E
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 7,849 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWL
IATA Code: LNZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 980 ft MSL

Location

City: Linz
Country: AT
Latitude: 48.233200°
Longitude: 14.187500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07H/25H
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08E/26E
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the AT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Linz-Hörsching Airport serves the Linz metropolitan area in Austria as a medium-sized airport with military and civilian operations. Located at 980 ft MSL near 48.233200, 14.187500, the airport features three runways accommodating diverse aviation requirements.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with VFR conditions occurring 46.4% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) present 35.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, with an average of 4.5°C, and prevailing easterly winds at 6.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Notable Features

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 1.9-2.4 knots. The primary paved runway (08/26) offers substantial length at 9,843 ft, providing flexible operational capabilities for different aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 14.4% of observations with fog, and prepare for instrument conditions that occur in nearly 36% of recorded weather scenarios.

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.