Beja Airport / Airbase

LPBJ / BYJ

Beja, PT

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPBJ 041500Z 15003KT 110V200 9999 SCT035 17/09 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 636 ft
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,136 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPBJ 041101Z 0412/0512 07010KT CAVOK BECMG 0413/0415 10005KT PROB30 TEMPO 0417/0421 3000 TSRA BKN030 FEW040CB BECMG 0421/0424 VRB02KT 5000 BCFG SCT003 PROB40 0500/0510 0500 FG BKN001 BECMG 0510/0512 33008KT 9999 NSW BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
17:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
21:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Patches Fog
00:00Z PROB40
+8h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.5 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBJ
01L
19R ✈️
01R
19L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01L/19R
Active: 19R
11,319 ft 197 ft CON
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 01R/19L
Active: 19L
9,682 ft 98 ft CON
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LPBJ

4,320 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
67.5%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
10.3%
LIFR
6.7%

Beja Airport / Airbase typically experiences VFR conditions 67.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 8.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.1%
NE
5.2%
E
10.2%
SE
6.7%
S
12.6%
SW
13.4%
W
28.2%
NW
16.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.1°C
Range: -1°C to 37°C
-1°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.7%

Best Months for VFR

September November March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 01L/19R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt
Runway 01R/19L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.8 kt

Statistics computed from 4,320 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Beja Airport / Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPBJ
IATA Code: BYJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 636 ft MSL

Location

City: Beja
Country: PT
Latitude: 38.078899°
Longitude: -7.932400°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01L/19R
Length: 11,319 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 01R/19L
Length: 9,682 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Beja Airport / Airbase

Overview

Beja Airport, located in southern Portugal, serves as a medium-sized airport with significant military and civilian aviation capabilities. Situated at an elevation of 636 feet MSL near the city of Beja, the airport offers two substantial concrete runways capable of handling diverse aircraft operations. Its strategic location provides important aviation infrastructure for the Alentejo region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 73.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent western winds averaging 7.4 knots, with occasional gusts up to 28 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from -1°C to 37°C, with an average of 14.6°C, which supports stable flying conditions throughout the year.

Notable Features

Both runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) demonstrate 100% wind favorability, with consistent low average crosswind conditions of 5.1 knots. The airport experiences fog in 16.5% of observations, primarily during non-peak months. Visibility is consistently good, with an average of 10 statute miles and rare instances of visibility below 3 miles.

Approach Considerations

September through November represent the optimal months for visual flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Prevailing westerly winds at 270 degrees suggest consistent runway 19 approaches. Pilots should anticipate potential fog and prepare accordingly, though it affects less than one-fifth of observations. Both runways provide extensive length (11,319 and 9,682 feet), offering flexibility for various aircraft types.

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

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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.