Iaşi Airport

LRIA / IAS

Iaşi, RO

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
4 kt
120°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRIA 041000Z 12004KT 090V160 CAVOK 09/03 Q1027

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LRIA 040800Z 0409/0418 VRB04KT 5000 BR NSC PROB30 TEMPO 0409/0410 1500 BR BECMG 0410/0411 9999 NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 5 km
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Airport Runway Layout

N
RIA
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
7,874 ft 148 ft CON 154°
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 - LRIA

7,754 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.2%
MVFR
19.2%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
18.3%

Iaşi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -17°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 2.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.9%
NE
3.4%
E
28.9%
SE
11.3%
S
3.7%
SW
5.1%
W
14.9%
NW
22.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.6°C
Range: -17°C to 28°C
-17°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.4%

Best Months for VFR

September October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,754 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Iaşi Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRIA
IATA Code: IAS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 411 ft MSL

Location

City: Iaşi
Country: RO
Latitude: 47.180278°
Longitude: 27.620833°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Iaşi Airport

Overview

Iaşi Airport serves the eastern Romanian city of Iaşi, positioned at 47.180278N, 27.620833E with an elevation of 411 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it supports regional and domestic aviation operations in a strategically important urban center. The single runway 14/32 spans 7,874 feet and is constructed of concrete.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate significant variability in flight conditions, with VFR prevailing 55.9% of the time and more restrictive conditions (MVFR/IFR/LIFR) accounting for 44.1%. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -17°C to 28°C, with an average of 6.2°C. Easterly winds dominate at 90 degrees, averaging 7.1 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 411 feet suggests a relatively low-altitude environment without significant terrain challenges. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present approximately 10% of the time. Wind patterns are consistently favorable for runway 14/32, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 3.3 knots.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January offer the most stable VFR conditions for operations. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during foggy periods and prepare for temperature variations. Runway 14/32's orientation and wind characteristics provide predictable approach conditions with minimal crosswind interference.

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.