Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport

LRBV / GHV

Brașov (Ghimbav), RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
13 kt
290°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBV 221400Z 29013KT 260V320 9999 FEW040 FEW042CB SCT065 09/00 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,740 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
FEW 4,200 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 6,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,740 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,940 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,240 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 6,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 13 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, few at 4,200 ft (CB), scattered at 6,500 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 LRBV 221100Z 2212/2221 22006KT 9999 FEW020 SCT050 TEMPO 2212/2218 33016KT 5000 SHRA FEW020 SCT045CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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: 03
9,252 ft 148 ft CONC
2.3 kt 12.8 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRBV

9,929 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.5%
MVFR
20.2%
IFR
6%
LIFR
4.4%

Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 69.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 10.4% 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: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
5.4%
E
19.7%
SE
8.2%
S
9.7%
SW
14.7%
W
15.8%
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 9,929 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.