Amiens Glisy Airfield

LFAY

Amiens, FR

Last Updated
Mar 7, 02:30Z

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Currently using: LFOB
Weather Source: Beauvais Tillé airport (LFOB)
Distance: 27nm / 51km from LFAY

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
02:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
2 kt
310°
3.1 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOB 070230Z AUTO 31002KT 3100 BR NSC 08/08 Q1023 TEMPO 0500 FG VV///
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1016 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (208 ft)
Pressure Alt
-85 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -875 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFOB 062300Z 0700/0724 35006KT 7000 NSC TEMPO 0700/0711 VRB03KT 3000 BR OVC003 PROB40 0702/0709 0500 FG VV/// FM071100 06008KT 6000 OVC006 BECMG 0712/0714 FEW012 PROB30 0712/0718 4500 HZ BECMG 0718/0722 3000 BR PROB40 0722/0724 0500 FG VV///
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 6 kt
Visibility: 7 km
11:00Z FM071100
+9h
IFR 60° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
12:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR
12:00Z PROB30
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 4.5 km
Haze

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAY
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
4,265 ft 82 ft ASP 116°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Amiens Glisy Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFAY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 208 ft MSL

Location

City: Amiens
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.873004°
Longitude: 2.387074°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 82 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amiens Glisy Airfield

Overview

Amiens Glisy Airfield serves the Hauts-de-France region in northern France, located near the city of Amiens. Situated at an elevation of 208 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport supports various general aviation and regional operations with its well-maintained infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location in northern France typically experiences maritime influenced weather patterns with moderate seasonal variations. Pilots should anticipate potential low visibility and humidity-related conditions common to this geographical region. The elevation at 208 ft MSL suggests relatively gentle terrain surrounding the airport environment.

Notable Features

The single runway 12/30 measures 4,265 feet in length, constructed with an asphalt surface suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at 49.873004, 2.387074 position the airport in a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Picardy landscape. The runway orientation allows for flexible approach and departure options depending on prevailing wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's length of 4,265 feet accommodates most general aviation and smaller regional aircraft types. Pilots should assess wind direction carefully when planning approaches, as the runway alignment provides options for different wind scenarios. Standard approach procedures should be followed, with careful attention to local terrain and surrounding geographical features.

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.