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Weather Briefing
VFRAngoulême Brie-Champniers airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 12 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 6,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 17:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
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5,938 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 97° |
↑ 4.1 kt
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↔ 11.3 kt
70° angle
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Weather Statistics - LFBU
9,905 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airport typically experiences VFR conditions 60.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 22.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 7.1 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, October.
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Statistics computed from 9,905 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airport - Airport Information
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About Angoulême Brie-Champniers airport
Overview
Angoulême Brie-Champniers airport serves the Charente region in southwestern France, located near the city of Angoulême. As a medium-sized airport situated at 436 feet above mean sea level, it provides regional aviation services with a single asphalt runway measuring 5,938 feet in length.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 57.8% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions covering an additional 32% of observations. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 32°C, with an average of 10.2°C, suggesting significant seasonal variations that pilots should anticipate. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.
Notable Features
Positioned at coordinates 45.729198, 0.221456, the airport features consistent southeastern wind patterns with an average speed of 7.1 knots and occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Calm wind conditions occur only 2.3% of the time, indicating predictable wind characteristics that pilots can reliably plan around. Fog is present in 7.8% of observations, which could marginally impact flight operations.
Approach Considerations
Runway 10/28 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 5.4 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations. Pilots should expect southeast winds and plan approaches accordingly, with high probability of stable landing conditions.
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