Langley Air Force Base

KLFI / LFI

Hampton, US

Last Updated
Jun 10, 04:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Joint Base Langley-Eustis - Military installation. Restricted access.

Access Notes:

Active fighter base. No civil access without authorization.

Operating Hours: H24
Consult official AIP (FAA AIP GEN 3.3) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
04:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
8 kt
220°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KLFI 100455Z 22008KT 10SM FEW080 SCT250 22/18 A3008 RMK AO2A SLP192 T02240184 402500134 $

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,011 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Langley Air Force Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 10 SM visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 8 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 8,000 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

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
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1019 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (11 ft)
Pressure Alt
-162 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 681 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KLFI 100100Z 1001/1107 16006KT 9999 SCT250 QNH3010INS BECMG 1003/1004 19012G20KT 9999 FEW080 SCT250 QNH3001INS BECMG 1014/1015 21012G20KT 9999 FEW020 BKN150 QNH2995INS BECMG 1018/1019 21012G20KT 9999 BKN050 QNH2988INS TEMPO 1100/1102 23015G25KT 9000 -SHRA OVC050 TX31/1019Z TN21/1004Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:07Z BASE
+0h
VFR 160° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
18:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LFI
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
10,000 ft 150 ft CON 67°
6.1 kt 5.1 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 - KLFI

7,766 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.1%
MVFR
13.3%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
4.5%

Langley Air Force Base typically experiences VFR conditions 74.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 12.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 11% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 11%
Direction Distribution:
E
10.1%
N
13.9%
S
11.1%
W
12.6%
NE
14.3%
NW
9.2%
SE
3.3%
SW
14.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.8°C
Range: -8°C to 34°C
-8°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 9.3 SM
Below 3 SM: 1.3%
Fog Frequency: 1.3%

Best Months for VFR

June April January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.5 kt

Statistics computed from 7,766 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Langley Air Force Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KLFI
IATA Code: LFI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Hampton
Country: US
Latitude: 37.082901°
Longitude: -76.360497°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Langley Air Force Base

Langley Air Force Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the US AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Langley Air Force Base (KLFI) is located in Hampton, Virginia, serving as a strategic military aviation facility. Situated at an elevation of 11 ft MSL, the base operates a substantial 10,000-foot concrete runway capable of supporting various military aircraft operations. Its geographic positioning near the Virginia coastline provides critical aerospace and defense capabilities for the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 72.3% of observations showing clear weather and only 12.3% of time in marginal or instrument conditions. West winds dominate at 270°, averaging 8.5 knots with occasional gusts up to 29 knots. Temperature variations are moderate, ranging from -8°C to 32°C, with the most consistent VFR conditions observed in January, October, and November.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (08/26) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and an average crosswind of just 5 knots. Located near coastal terrain, pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences. The base's low elevation and coastal proximity contribute to its generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers reliable wind conditions for approaches, with minimal crosswind interference. Visibility averages 9.4 statute miles, with only 0.7% of observations showing reduced visibility below 3 miles. Pilots should expect minimal fog (0.9% occurrence) and generally clear approach conditions, particularly during autumn and winter months.

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.