Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield

LFQV

Charleville-Mézières, FR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:25Z

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Currently using: EBFS
Weather Source: Florennes Air Base (EBFS)
Distance: 28nm / 51km from LFQV

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 55 min ago
09:25Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBFS 040925Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW280 12/05 Q1026 BLU BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 492 ft
FEW 28,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,492 ft AMSL
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (492 ft)
Pressure Alt
110 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -132 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF EBFS 040841Z 0410/0419 14005KT 9999 SCT280 BECMG 0412/0414 10005KT FEW035 BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 100° 5 kt
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FQV
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 112° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFQV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 492 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleville-Mézières
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.783901°
Longitude: 4.647080°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield

Overview

Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield serves the Ardennes region in northeastern France, providing essential aviation infrastructure for the city of Charleville-Mézières. Located at an elevation of 492 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport supports regional and general aviation operations in the Champagne-Ardenne area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 492 ft MSL indicates a relatively moderate terrain environment typical of the northern French landscape. Pilots can expect standard regional weather patterns with potential seasonal variations that are common to northeastern France. The single runway (11/29) measuring 4,921 feet provides adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 49.783901, 4.647080, the airport is positioned in a region characterized by gently rolling terrain. The asphalt (ASP) runway surface provides standard operating conditions for general and regional aircraft. Its geographic location offers strategic access to the Ardennes department, supporting local transportation and aviation needs.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 11/29 suggests potential wind-related considerations for approach and departure procedures. Pilots should be prepared for wind variations that might influence landing and takeoff dynamics. Standard approach protocols should be followed, taking into account the airport's moderate elevation and runway characteristics.

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.