Ponikve Airport

LYUZ / UZC

Stapari, RS

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

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Currently using: LYKV
Weather Source: Morava Airport (LYKV)
Distance: 39nm / 72km from LYUZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
1 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LYKV 180730Z 24001KT 9999 FEW045 15/09 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,966 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,466 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ponikve Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
918 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,966 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,854 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,566 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LYKV 180500Z 1806/1906 28004KT 9999 SCT047 TX20/1813Z TN02/1904Z BECMG 1808/1810 34012KT BECMG 1816/1818 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 340° 12 kt
16:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YUZ
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
10,130 ft 148 ft ASP 107°
0.6 kt 0.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ponikve Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LYUZ
IATA Code: UZC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,966 ft MSL

Location

City: Stapari
Country: RS
Latitude: 43.898899°
Longitude: 19.697701°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,130 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ponikve Airport

Overview

Ponikve Airport is located near Stapari in the Republic of Srpska, serving as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 2,966 feet above mean sea level. Situated at coordinates 43.898899, 19.697701, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in its regional context.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation at 2,966 feet MSL indicates potential for variable atmospheric conditions and temperature-related performance considerations for aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential orographic weather effects typical of mountainous terrain at this altitude.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) with an impressive length of 10,130 feet constructed with an asphalt surface. The extensive runway length suggests capability for handling a wide range of aircraft types and provides substantial operational flexibility for different aviation requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29's orientation suggests potential wind alignment variations between approaches from different directions. The long runway length offers pilots significant margin for safe landings and takeoffs, particularly when considering the airport's elevated terrain and potential wind dynamics.

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.