Bourges airport

LFLD / BOU

Bourges, FR

Last Updated
Jun 10, 04:00Z

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Currently using: LFOA
Weather Source: Avord (BA 702) Air Base (LFOA)
Distance: 11nm / 20km from LFLD

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
04:00Z

🌅 Dawn
IFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
3 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOA 100400Z AUTO 23003KT 9999 FEW047 SCT072 OVC084 10/08 Q1019 TEMPO 4000 -SHRA BKN009 BKN020TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 529 ft
BKN 900 ft AGL
BKN 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
FEW 4,700 ft AGL
SCT 7,200 ft AGL
OVC 8,400 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,429 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,529 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,229 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,729 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,929 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Bourges airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 900 feet AGL (broken). Only precision approaches may be usable depending on minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Light Rain. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 08:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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.

QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (529 ft)
Pressure Alt
357 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -116 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFOA 100200Z 1003/1103 27005KT CAVOK TX20/1015Z TN12/1004Z PROB30 TEMPO 1003/1008 4000 -SHRA BKN009 BKN020TCU TEMPO 1009/1014 4000 SHRA BKN040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1100/1103 4000 -RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
09:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLD
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
5,085 ft 148 ft ASP 59°
3.0 kt 0.5 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bourges airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFLD
IATA Code: BOU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 529 ft MSL

Location

City: Bourges
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.060158°
Longitude: 2.369633°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,085 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bourges airport

Overview

Bourges airport is a medium-sized airport located in central France, situated near the city of Bourges at coordinates 47.060158, 2.369633. The airport sits at an elevation of 529 feet above mean sea level and serves the Cher department region with a primary runway capable of handling various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Central France's climate typically presents moderate weather variations that can impact flight operations. The airport's elevation at 529 feet MSL suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions, though pilots should anticipate potential seasonal wind and visibility changes characteristic of the region's continental climate.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,085 feet in length. Its geographic position in central France provides a strategic location for regional aviation activities, with terrain characteristics typical of the Loire Valley region featuring gentle, rolling landscapes.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 offers a standard orientation that allows flexibility for approaches based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessments prior to arrival, utilizing the runway's full 5,085-foot length to ensure safe operational margins for various aircraft categories.

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.