Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport

LFJL / ETZ

Goin, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
10 kt
90°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFJL 041130Z AUTO 09010KT CAVOK 14/05 Q1026 NOSIG
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (870 ft)
Pressure Alt
488 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 577 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFJL 041100Z 0412/0512 09010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FJL
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 39°
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFJL

7,765 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.2%
MVFR
22.1%
IFR
22.4%
LIFR
20.3%

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 42.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 16.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.4%
NE
12%
E
15.7%
SE
14.7%
S
23.6%
SW
17.9%
W
7.5%
NW
2.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.2°C
Range: -8°C to 28°C
-8°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 16.4%

Best Months for VFR

March October December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.4 kt

Statistics computed from 7,765 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFJL
IATA Code: ETZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 870 ft MSL

Location

City: Goin
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.982101°
Longitude: 6.251320°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport

Overview

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport serves the northeastern French region, located near Goin with an elevation of 870 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lorraine metropolitan area, strategically positioned at coordinates 48.982101, 6.251320.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with VFR prevailing at 37.6% of observations and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) accounting for 41.5% of recorded periods. Temperature ranges extensively from -8°C to 28°C, with an average of 7.6°C, indicating potential seasonal challenges for flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 04/22 spans 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180°, with an average speed of 9.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots, which pilots must consider during planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.1 knots. October, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal visual flying conditions with minimal fog occurrence (14.8% of observations).

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.