Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport

LBGO / GOZ

Gorna Oryahovitsa, BG

Last Updated
Mar 5, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
3°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
1 kt
Variable
9 km
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LBGO 050300Z AUTO VRB01KT 9000 BKN150/// 03/03 Q1023

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 285 ft
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,285 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LBGO 042300Z 0500/0524 VRB04KT 3000 BR SCT005 BKN010 PROB40 TEMPO 0500/0506 0500 BCFG BKN003 BECMG 0506/0508 9999 NSW SCT040 BKN060 BECMG 0510/0512 31010KT PROB40 TEMPO 0512/0515 5000 RA BKN030 OVC050 BECMG 0515/0517 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:26Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Mist
06:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 6,000 ft
10:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 310° 10 kt
12:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+9h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGO
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 8,038 ft 148 ft CON 98° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LBGO

7,717 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
55.7%
MVFR
16.5%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
17.2%

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 18.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.4%
NE
3.1%
E
21.6%
SE
5.9%
S
3.3%
SW
2%
W
31.5%
NW
11.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 7°C
Range: -13°C to 34°C
-13°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 7,717 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LBGO
IATA Code: GOZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 285 ft MSL

Location

City: Gorna Oryahovitsa
Country: BG
Latitude: 43.151402°
Longitude: 25.712900°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,038 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport

Overview

Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport serves the central region of Bulgaria, located at an elevation of 285 ft MSL near the city of Gorna Oryahovitsa. As a medium-sized airport with a 8,038 ft concrete runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation and operational needs.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect predominantly VFR conditions 57.9% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions accounting for the remaining airspace characteristics. The airport experiences a wide temperature range from -13°C to 34°C, with an average of 8.3°C, and wind conditions typically from the west at an average of 6.7 knots, occasionally reaching up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) is optimally positioned with 100% favorable wind alignment and an average crosswind of just 2.2 knots. Its moderate elevation and geographic location suggest relatively stable terrain without significant complex topographical challenges for approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying conditions, with minimal fog (8.1% occurrence) and typically excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Pilots should be prepared for potential wind variations, though calm conditions exist 18.6% of the time, providing relatively stable approach environments.

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
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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.