Bourges airport

LFLD / BOU

Bourges, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
10 kt
60°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOA 222130Z AUTO 06010KT CAVOK 11/03 Q1020 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 10 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture 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
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (529 ft)
Pressure Alt
327 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -26 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFOA 222000Z 2221/2321 06010KT CAVOK TX23/2315Z TN05/2305Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLD
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
5,085 ft 148 ft ASP 59°
10.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° 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.