Cervia Air Base

LIPC

Cervia (RA), IT

Last Updated
Jul 26, 07:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Aeroporto militare dell'Aeronautica Militare. L'accesso civile è generalmente limitato.

Access Notes:

Aeronautica Militare bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 41 min ago
07:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
7 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPC 260755Z 18007KT 9999 FEW010 22/21 Q1009 RETS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,018 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cervia Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (18 ft)
Pressure Alt
146 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 990 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIPC 260500Z 2606/2615 14005KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 2606/2615 5000 TSRA SCT025CB SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPC
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
2.4 kt 6.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPC

13,958 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71%
MVFR
11.4%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
9.4%

Cervia Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 71% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, July, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
17.8%
N
4.7%
S
6.8%
W
31.8%
NE
8.3%
NW
9.5%
SE
7.4%
SW
13%

Temperature Range

Average: 13.8°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.1%

Best Months for VFR

June July May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,958 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cervia Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Cervia (RA)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.224201°
Longitude: 12.307200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Cervia Air Base

Cervia Air Base 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

Cervia Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Cervia, Italy, with an elevation of 18 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 44.224201, 12.307200, the airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 10,007 feet in length with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions occurring 15.3% and 10.1% respectively. Wind patterns are primarily westerly at an average of 5.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots and only 0.6% calm conditions. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 10.3°C.

Notable Features

Visibility at Cervia Air Base averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of visibility below 3 miles and fog present 9.7% of the time. The airport's single runway benefits from favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots, making it relatively consistent for operations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Cervia Air Base. The long 10,007-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff space, while the consistent westerly winds and low average crosswind suggest predictable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft.

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.