Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport

LFOZ / ORE

Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel, Loiret, FR

Last Updated
Apr 29, 23:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
23:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
8 kt
70°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOZ 292330Z AUTO 07008KT CAVOK 14/03 Q1017

Weather Briefing

VFR

Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 8 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

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.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOZ
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
5,250 ft 98 ft ASP 53°
7.5 kt 2.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFOZ

10,289 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61.5%
MVFR
19.4%
IFR
10.7%
LIFR
8.4%

Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61.5% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 19.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 7.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.5%
NE
13.1%
E
10.8%
SE
11.5%
S
19.2%
SW
17.8%
W
9.8%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.2°C
Range: -9°C to 31°C
-9°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.2%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,289 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOZ
IATA Code: ORE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 396 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel, Loiret
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.897758°
Longitude: 2.164478°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,250 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport

Orléans–Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel Airport (LFOZ/ORE) is located in Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel, Loiret, FR at an elevation of 396 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 5,250 feet.

Weather Profile

With VFR conditions only 61.5% of the time based on 10,289 observations, LFOZ requires careful weather planning. IFR conditions occur in 19.1% of reports, and instrument proficiency is advisable for regular operations here. Fog affects the airport in approximately 7.2% of observations, with visibility dropping below 3 statute miles 0% of the time.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LFOZ come from the S (180°) with an average speed of 7 knots and recorded gusts up to 26 knots. Runway 05/23 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.6 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are April, March, September, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -9°C (16°F) to 31°C (88°F), averaging 9.2°C (49°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 29 to 31 inHg (982-1050 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 10,289 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.