Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base

LFMY

Salon, FR

Last Updated
Jun 7, 16:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérienne militaire. L'accès civil est restreint sauf autorisation spéciale.

Access Notes:

Bases Aériennes closed to civil traffic; consult SIA France for details

Consult official AIP (SIA France ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
16:30Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
7 kt
320°
--
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFMY 071630Z AUTO 32007KT 270V350 CAVOK 29/09 Q1019

Weather Briefing

VFR

Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 7 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry conditions.

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.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
FMY
09
27
16
34 ✈️
17L
35R
17R
35L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↑ 5.4 kt • ↔ 4.5 kt
40° angle
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
 6,565 ft 148 ft CON 160°
↑ 6.6 kt • ↔ 2.4 kt
20° angle
17L/35R 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↑ 5.4 kt • ↔ 4.5 kt
40° angle
17R/35L 0 ft 0 ft UNK 0°
↑ 5.4 kt • ↔ 4.5 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging
Airport Operations & AIP Data

Fuel, parking, approach procedures, PPL info, and more

Weather Statistics - LFMY

12,251 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.7%
MVFR
9.2%
IFR
1.4%
LIFR
0.7%

Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 8.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 39 knots. Calm conditions occur 16.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 8.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 39 kt
Calm Winds: 16.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
15%
N
12.6%
S
6.7%
W
7.7%
NE
9.6%
NW
21.2%
SE
3.7%
SW
6.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -6°C to 34°C
-6°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.7 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 17L/35R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt
Runway 17R/35L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.6 kt

Statistics computed from 12,251 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 195 ft MSL

Location

City: Salon
Country: FR
Latitude: 43.606400°
Longitude: 5.109250°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 6,565 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 17L/35R
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No
Runway 17R/35L
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
320°@7kt
Density Alt
195ft, 29°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base

Salon-de-Provence (BA 701) Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the FR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Salon-de-Provence Air Base (BA 701) is a medium-sized airport located in southeastern France near the city of Salon. The base primarily serves military aviation operations, situated at an elevation of 195 feet mean sea level. Its strategic location in Provence provides access to critical regional airspace.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Salon-de-Provence are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 88.6% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The region experiences moderate temperatures ranging from -6°C to 30°C, with an average of 11.6°C. Prevailing easterly winds at an average of 8.1 knots create generally stable atmospheric conditions for aviation.

Notable Features

The airport features multiple runways, with runway 16/34 being the primary operational surface at 6,565 feet long. While other runways are currently listed as unavailable, the main runway provides substantial operational flexibility. The airport's location in the Provence region suggests potential terrain variations and localized wind patterns that pilots should anticipate.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions favorable for runway operations, with minimal crosswind challenges. The easterly prevailing winds (90 degrees) support straightforward approach and departure procedures. September, January, and October represent the most stable months for visual flight operations, offering optimal flying conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.

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Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.