Avord (BA 702) Air Base

LFOA

Avord, FR

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:30Z

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
Fresh 26 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
3 kt
190°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOA 092230Z AUTO 19003KT CAVOK 13/07 Q1020 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Avord (BA 702) Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

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.

QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (580 ft)
Pressure Alt
378 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 277 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFOA 092000Z 0921/1021 27005KT CAVOK TX20/1015Z TN12/1004Z PROB40 TEMPO 1003/1008 4000 -SHRA BKN009 BKN020TCU TEMPO 1009/1014 4000 SHRA BKN040TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
03:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+5h
LIFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 900 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
11,493 ft 148 ft ASP 60°
1.9 kt 2.3 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 - LFOA

12,455 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.7%
MVFR
17.3%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
8.9%

Avord (BA 702) Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 61.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, June, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.3%
N
5.6%
S
12.7%
W
16.1%
NE
10.7%
NW
5.1%
SE
13.1%
SW
16.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -5°C to 33°C
-5°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8%

Best Months for VFR

April June March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.9 kt

Statistics computed from 12,455 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Avord (BA 702) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 580 ft MSL

Location

City: Avord
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.053299°
Longitude: 2.632500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,493 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Avord (BA 702) Air Base

Avord (BA 702) 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

Avord Air Base (LFOA) is a medium-sized military airport located in central France near the town of Avord. Situated at an elevation of 580 feet MSL with coordinates 47.053299, 2.632500, the base features a substantial 11,493-foot asphalt runway (06/24) capable of supporting significant aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Avord demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 52.8% of the time. The airport experiences a temperature range from -5°C to 32°C, with an average of 9.2°C, and predominantly easterly winds averaging 7.4 knots. Fog occurs in 9.9% of observations, with October, January, and November presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The runway at Avord (06/24) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with a 100% favorable wind orientation. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging just 4 knots, which provides consistent and predictable approach and departure scenarios. The airport's high-quality asphalt surface supports reliable operations across various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly winds when planning approaches at Avord. The statistical data indicates a low likelihood of extreme wind conditions, with maximum recorded winds at 31 knots and only 2.3% calm periods. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of visibility below 3 miles.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.