Vilar de Luz Airfield

LPVL

Maia, PT

Last Updated
Apr 24, 11:00Z

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Currently using: LPPR
Weather Source: Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (LPPR)
Distance: 8nm / 14km from LPVL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPPR 241100Z 29006KT 250V320 9999 FEW020 18/12 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 762 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,762 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vilar de Luz Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 6 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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: Patches Fog, Mist, Mist, Fog. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Patches Fog, Mist between 06:00Z and 08:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Fog between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LPPR 240500Z 2406/2506 VRB02KT 9999 SCT008 PROB30 TEMPO 2406/2408 2000 BCFG BR SCT002 BECMG 2411/2413 28007KT FEW015 BECMG 2414/2416 34012KT CAVOK BECMG 2420/2422 35007KT 9999 FEW010 BECMG 2501/2503 08005KT 5000 BR SCT005 PROB40 TEMPO 2503/2506 0200 FG BKN001
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:13Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 350° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVL
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
5,606 ft 98 ft ASP 155°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vilar de Luz Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 762 ft MSL

Location

City: Maia
Country: PT
Latitude: 41.277290°
Longitude: -8.516209°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,606 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vilar de Luz Airfield

Overview

Vilar de Luz Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in Maia, Portugal, serving the greater Porto metropolitan area. Situated at an elevation of 762 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential general aviation activities in northern Portugal.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 762 ft MSL suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of the Portuguese coastal region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods between maritime and continental air masses.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (16/34) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,606 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates (41.277290, -8.516209) place it in a relatively accessible location near urban infrastructure, which may influence local atmospheric conditions and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

With a runway oriented at 16/34, pilots should prepare for approaches that align with the predominant wind directions in the Maia region. The substantial runway length of 5,606 feet provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft categories and approach 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.

Official Data Sources

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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.