Vilar de Luz Airfield

LPVL

Maia, PT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

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Currently using: LPPR
Weather Source: Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (LPPR)
Distance: 8nm / 14km from LPVL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
9 kt
210°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPPR 221100Z 21009KT 160V260 9999 SCT020 17/10 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 762 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,762 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vilar de Luz Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (210°) at 9 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 10°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LPPR 220500Z 2206/2306 19007KT 9999 SCT017 BKN035 BECMG 2207/2209 22010KT FEW035 BECMG 2215/2217 29005KT CAVOK BECMG 2219/2221 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
15:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
19:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 2 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVL
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
5,606 ft 98 ft ASP 155°
5.8 kt 6.9 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vilar de Luz Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 762 ft MSL

Location

City: Maia
Country: PT
Latitude: 41.277290°
Longitude: -8.516209°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,606 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vilar de Luz Airfield

Overview

Vilar de Luz Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in Maia, Portugal, serving the greater Porto metropolitan area. Situated at an elevation of 762 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential general aviation activities in northern Portugal.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 762 ft MSL suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of the Portuguese coastal region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods between maritime and continental air masses.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (16/34) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,606 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates (41.277290, -8.516209) place it in a relatively accessible location near urban infrastructure, which may influence local atmospheric conditions and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

With a runway oriented at 16/34, pilots should prepare for approaches that align with the predominant wind directions in the Maia region. The substantial runway length of 5,606 feet provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft categories and approach 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.