Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield

LFMR / BAE

Saint-Pons, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 16:20Z

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Currently using: LIMZ
Weather Source: Cuneo International Airport (LIMZ)
Distance: 45nm / 82km from LFMR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
16:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 0°C
13 kt
260° G23 kt
10+ km
Visibility
16,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIMZ 141620Z AUTO 26013G23KT 230V290 9999 BKN160/// 16/M00 Q0996

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,714 ft
BKN 16,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
16,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
19,714 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 16,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 13 knots with gusts to 23 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind).

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 16000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 0°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 21 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: Thunderstorm Rain, Patches Fog. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 18 knots. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Patches Fog between 00:00Z and 06:00Z.

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 AMD LIMZ 141521Z 1415/1512 22010KT 9999 FEW020 SCT060 PROB40 TEMPO 1415/1418 22018G28KT TSRA BECMG 1419/1421 VRB05KT PROB40 TEMPO 1500/1506 4000 BCFG
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:38Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR VRB 5 kt
00:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+8h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Patches Fog

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FMR
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
2,625 ft 0 ft UNK
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFMR
IATA Code: BAE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,714 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint-Pons, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.387198°
Longitude: 6.608831°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield

Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield (LFMR/BAE) is located in Saint-Pons, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, FR at an elevation of 3,714 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 2,625 feet.

Airport Overview

Barcelonnette - Saint-Pons Airfield serves Saint-Pons, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in FR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 2,625 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3714 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LFMR, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. 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.