Châteauroux Déols airport

LFLX / CHR

Châteauroux, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
12:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
14 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFLX 221200Z AUTO 07014KT 040V100 9999 // NSC 18/05 Q1016

Weather Briefing

VFR

Châteauroux Déols airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 14 knots. Runway 03/21 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFLX 221100Z 2212/2318 08013KT CAVOK TEMPO 2212/2215 08015G25KT TEMPO 2312/2317 08013G23KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 13 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLX
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
11,483 ft 148 ft CON 33°
10.7 kt 9.0 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFLX

10,183 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.9%
MVFR
20%
IFR
14.7%
LIFR
10.4%

Châteauroux Déols airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 8.1 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 8.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 1.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.5%
NE
11.3%
E
17%
SE
7.6%
S
15.5%
SW
25.1%
W
11%
NW
3.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -7°C to 32°C
-7°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,183 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Châteauroux Déols airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLX
IATA Code: CHR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 529 ft MSL

Location

City: Châteauroux
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.860221°
Longitude: 1.728326°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 11,483 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Châteauroux Déols airport

Overview

Châteauroux Déols airport is a medium-sized airport located in central France, serving the Châteauroux region at an elevation of 529 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 46.860221, 1.728326, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Châteauroux Déols demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevalent 51.7% of the time. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 32°C, with an average of 9.3°C, while winds predominantly come from the southwest at an average of 8.1 knots, occasionally reaching up to 32 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (03/21) extending 11,483 feet with concrete surface, capable of handling substantial aircraft operations. Wind conditions demonstrate high favorability for runway 03/21, with 100% wind alignment and an average crosswind component of just 3.8 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should note excellent visibility conditions, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility. Seasonal considerations show October, September, and January as optimal months for VFR operations, with fog present in 11.3% of observations and calm wind conditions occurring 1.1% of the time.

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.