Périgueux-Bassillac Airport

LFBX / PGX

Périgueux/Bassillac, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 7 min ago
10:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
3 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBX 041030Z AUTO VRB03KT CAVOK 16/09 Q1022

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBX
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 5,741 ft 98 ft ASP 114° 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 - LFBX

8,092 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.8%
MVFR
22.9%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
8.7%

Périgueux-Bassillac Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 19.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 37.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 24 kt
Calm Winds: 37.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.3%
NE
1.7%
E
17.2%
SE
7.6%
S
3.6%
SW
12.1%
W
14.6%
NW
3.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -11°C to 32°C
-11°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.9%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 8,092 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Périgueux-Bassillac Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBX
IATA Code: PGX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 328 ft MSL

Location

City: Périgueux/Bassillac
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.198101°
Longitude: 0.815556°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 5,741 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Périgueux-Bassillac Airport

Overview

Périgueux-Bassillac Airport serves the Périgueux region in southwestern France, located at coordinates 45.198101, 0.815556. Situated at an elevation of 328 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Dordogne department. The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 5,741 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 59.3% of the time, with marginal VFR and IFR conditions accounting for an additional 30.6% of observations. Wind patterns are characterized by an easterly prevailing direction at 90 degrees, with an average speed of 4.9 knots and maximum gusts up to 20 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -11°C to 32°C, with an average of 9.6°C.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location provides relatively stable flying conditions, with calm wind conditions observed 40.9% of the time. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with fog present in only 12.2% of observations. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with wind conditions supportive of operations 100% of the time. The average crosswind is minimal at 2.5 knots, providing consistently comfortable approach conditions. Pilots should note the airport's moderate elevation and prepare for potential temperature-related performance considerations during extreme seasonal variations.

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.