Câmpia Turzii Air Base

LRCT

Câmpia Turzii, RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

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
Stale 10 hours ago
12:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
10 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRCT 221200Z 34010KT 9999 SCT080 12/M04 Q1016 BLU BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,083 ft
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,083 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Câmpia Turzii Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (340°) at 10 knots. Runway 33 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of -4°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,083 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,001 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 901 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LRCT 221100Z 2212/2312 36010KT 9999 SCT070 BECMG 2218/2220 30006KT SKC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RCT
15
33 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 33
8,202 ft 164 ft CON 156°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRCT

2,055 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
54.2%
MVFR
18.2%
IFR
10.6%
LIFR
17.1%

Câmpia Turzii Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 54.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 27.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 4.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -19°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
14.1%
NE
3%
E
8%
SE
15%
S
17.6%
SW
6.3%
W
10%
NW
25.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 4.4°C
Range: -19°C to 28°C
-19°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 9.5%

Best Months for VFR

March April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,055 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Câmpia Turzii Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRCT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,083 ft MSL

Location

City: Câmpia Turzii
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.502300°
Longitude: 23.885900°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Câmpia Turzii Air Base

Câmpia Turzii Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the RO AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Câmpia Turzii Air Base (LRCT) is a medium-sized airport located in central Romania, situated at an elevation of 1083 ft MSL near the city of Câmpia Turzii. The airport features a single concrete runway (15/33) extending 8,202 feet, capable of supporting military and potentially civil aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect varied weather conditions throughout the year, with VFR conditions predominating at 53.8% of observed periods. The airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations, ranging from -19°C to 28°C, with an average temperature of 4.4°C. Wind patterns are predominantly northwest (315°), averaging 4.7 knots with occasional gusts up to 25 knots.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in central Romania presents a relatively stable terrain environment. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with occasional fog events occurring 9% of the time. Pilots should be aware of potential reduced visibility during winter and early spring months, which correlate with the higher percentage of MVFR (18.1%) and IFR (10.7%) conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 offers highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a low average crosswind of 2.1 knots. September, October, and November represent the most consistent VFR flying months, providing optimal approach and departure conditions. Pilots should anticipate calm wind conditions less than 0.5% of the time and prepare for potential wind variations.

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

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.