Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport

LRBV / GHV

Brașov (Ghimbav), RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
9 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBV 222130Z AUTO 23009KT 9999 BKN090/// 02/01 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,740 ft
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,740 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 9 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 2°C (36°F) with a dewpoint of 1°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: Mist. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 23:00Z and 03:00Z.

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 LRBV 221700Z 2218/2303 VRB04KT 9999 SCT060 TEMPO 2223/2303 5000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:56Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
23:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBV
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
9,252 ft 148 ft CONC
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRBV

9,978 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.3%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.3%

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 6.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
5.4%
E
19.6%
SE
8.2%
S
9.7%
SW
14.6%
W
15.9%
NW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.1°C
Range: -15°C to 28°C
-15°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

September March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 9,978 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRBV
IATA Code: GHV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,740 ft MSL

Location

City: Brașov (Ghimbav)
Country: RO
Latitude: 45.705580°
Longitude: 25.522871°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 9,252 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CONC
ILS: No

About Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport

Overview

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport serves the Transylvanian region of Romania, located near the city of Brașov at an elevation of 1,740 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial concrete runway measuring 9,252 feet, the facility provides strategic aviation infrastructure for the central Romanian area.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 63.4% of the time, with northwest winds averaging 6.8 knots and occasional gusts up to 27 knots. Temperature variations are significant, ranging from -15°C to 28°C, with an average of 5.3°C, which could impact aircraft performance and operational considerations.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 45.705580, 25.522871, the airport is positioned in a region with potential terrain complexity typical of Transylvania's landscape. The runway alignment (03/21) demonstrates favorable wind conditions, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of just 4.9 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal visual flying conditions during September, October, and November, with consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles. The airport experiences minimal low visibility events, with fog present only 5.7% of the time and virtually no instances of visibility below 3 statute miles.

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.