Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

LOWL / LNZ

Linz, AT

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:20Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 38 min ago
12:20Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
6 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWL 221220Z AUTO 30006KT 260V010 9999 NCD 13/M02 Q1023 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 6 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of -2°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
990 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (980 ft)
Pressure Alt
688 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 683 ft
ISA Deviation: 0.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LOWL 221115Z 2212/2312 02010KT 9999 FEW070 TX15/2312Z TN03/2304Z BECMG 2218/2220 VRB05KT BECMG 2307/2309 29010KT TEMPO 2309/2312 29015G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR VRB 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
OWL
07H
25H
08
26 ✈️
08E
26E ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07H/25H 0 ft 0 ft GRS 0°
↑ 3.0 kt • ↔ 5.2 kt
60° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
 9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 87°
↑ 4.6 kt • ↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
✈️ 08E/26E
Active: 26E
 2,165 ft 148 ft GRS 87°
↑ 4.6 kt • ↔ 3.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LOWL

10,031 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.9%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
13.5%
LIFR
15.5%

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 29% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.9%
NE
6%
E
33.6%
SE
4.5%
S
1.8%
SW
11.4%
W
31.6%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5°C
Range: -13°C to 27°C
-13°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.9%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07H/25H
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt
Runway 08E/26E
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,031 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWL
IATA Code: LNZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 980 ft MSL

Location

City: Linz
Country: AT
Latitude: 48.233200°
Longitude: 14.187500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07H/25H
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08E/26E
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
300°@6kt
Density Alt
980ft, 13°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the AT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Linz-Hörsching Airport serves the Linz metropolitan area in Austria as a medium-sized airport with military and civilian operations. Located at 980 ft MSL near 48.233200, 14.187500, the airport features three runways accommodating diverse aviation requirements.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with VFR conditions occurring 46.4% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) present 35.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, with an average of 4.5°C, and prevailing easterly winds at 6.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Notable Features

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 1.9-2.4 knots. The primary paved runway (08/26) offers substantial length at 9,843 ft, providing flexible operational capabilities for different aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 14.4% of observations with fog, and prepare for instrument conditions that occur in nearly 36% of recorded weather scenarios.

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
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.