Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

LOWL / LNZ

Linz, AT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:50Z

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
Recent 37 min ago
19:50Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
240°
6 km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWL 041950Z AUTO 24004KT 6000 NCD 05/03 Q1027 TEMPO 4000 BR
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: -397 ft
ISA Deviation: -8.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWL 041715Z 0418/0518 27006KT CAVOK TX14/0515Z TN00/0505Z BECMG 0420/0422 1200 BCFG TEMPO 0422/0507 VRB02KT 0600 FG VV001 PROB30 TEMPO 0502/0506 FZFG TEMPO 0506/0508 2000 BR BECMG 0508/0510 09010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km
22:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.6 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Fog
02:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Freezing Fog
06:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Mist

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 0°
↓ 2.0 kt • ↔ 3.5 kt
120° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
 9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 87°
↑ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
20° angle
✈️ 08E/26E
Active: 26E
 2,165 ft 148 ft GRS 87°
↑ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LOWL

7,802 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
44.1%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
16.8%
LIFR
18.9%

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 35.7% 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 12.9% 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
6.6%
E
36.4%
SE
4.6%
S
1.6%
SW
11.2%
W
29.3%
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: 12.9%

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 7,802 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

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
240°@4kt
Density Alt
980ft, 5°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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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.

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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.