Albert Bray airport

LFAQ / BYF

Albert, FR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 2°C
7 kt
50°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFAQ 230200Z AUTO 05007KT CAVOK 06/02 Q1026

Weather Briefing

VFR

Albert Bray airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 7 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 2°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAQ
08 ✈️
26
08R
26L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
7,218 ft 148 ft ASP 90°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
08R/26L 3,281 ft 262 ft Grass
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFAQ

9,957 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
52.3%
MVFR
22.6%
IFR
13.3%
LIFR
11.8%

Albert Bray airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 52.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 25.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 37 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 37 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.6%
NE
9.8%
E
5.4%
SE
17.6%
S
26.6%
SW
15%
W
10.4%
NW
6.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.4°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.1%

Best Months for VFR

September April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt
Runway 08R/26L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.5 kt

Statistics computed from 9,957 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Albert Bray airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFAQ
IATA Code: BYF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 364 ft MSL

Location

City: Albert
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.970049°
Longitude: 2.693939°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,218 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 262 ft
Surface: Grass
ILS: No

About Albert Bray airport

Albert Bray airport (LFAQ/BYF) is located in Albert, FR at an elevation of 364 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 08R/26L), with the longest at 7,218 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 52.3% of the time based on 9,957 observations, LFAQ requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 25.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 8.1% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LFAQ come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 9.4 knots and recorded gusts up to 37 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.4%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 08/26 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 6.5 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are September, April, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -6°C (21°F) to 29°C (84°F), averaging 8.4°C (47°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.78 to 10.34 inHg (331-350 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 9,957 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.