Cameri Air Base [MIL]

Cameri Air Base [MIL] is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Cameri Air Base is a medium-sized military airport located in northern Italy near the city of Cameri, Novara province. Situated at 586 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 45.529598, 8.669220, the base serves military aviation operations with a substantial 9,818-foot asphalt runway (17/35). Its strategic location in the Po Valley provides critical infrastructure for Italian military aviation.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Cameri Air Base are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 71.8% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges widely from -9°C to 29°C, with an average of 8.3°C, indicating significant seasonal variation. Wind patterns are predominantly northerly at an average of 3.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 13 knots and calm conditions occurring 2.7% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (17/35) is aligned to capitalize on prevailing wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind coverage. Visibility averages an excellent 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in 11.6% of observations). September, January, and November are statistically the most favorable months for visual flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently favorable wind conditions for runway 17/35, with an average crosswind of just 2.3 knots. The runway's substantial 9,818-foot length provides ample space for most aircraft operations. While primarily a military facility, the predictable weather patterns and wide runway make for generally straightforward approach and landing scenarios.