Vila Real Airport

LPVR / VRL

Vila Real, PT

Last Updated
Apr 24, 08:00Z

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Currently using: LPPR
Weather Source: Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (LPPR)
Distance: 43nm / 80km from LPVR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
15°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
5 kt
120°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPPR 240800Z 12005KT 9000 FEW015 15/12 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,805 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,305 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vila Real Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 9 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 5 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 15°C (59°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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 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.

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)
08:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 280° 7 kt
14:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 340° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
20:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 350° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVR
02
20 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
3,107 ft 98 ft ASP 17°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vila Real Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPVR
IATA Code: VRL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,805 ft MSL

Location

City: Vila Real
Country: PT
Latitude: 41.274300°
Longitude: -7.720470°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 3,107 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vila Real Airport

Overview

Vila Real Airport serves the northern region of Portugal, situated in the Vila Real district at an elevation of 1,805 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area, supporting regional transportation and potentially serving business and general aviation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevated position at 1,805 ft MSL suggests potential for variable meteorological conditions, with significant altitude-related atmospheric considerations. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and density altitude variations that could impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer months when altitude effects are most pronounced.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (02/20) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,107 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates (41.274300, -7.720470) place it in a mountainous region of northern Portugal, which likely introduces complex terrain-related wind and approach dynamics for aviators.

Approach Considerations

The single runway's orientation of 02/20 suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing regional wind patterns. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and be prepared for potential wind shear or turbulence related to the surrounding mountainous terrain when planning approaches to Vila Real Airport.

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.