Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield

LFQV

Charleville-Mézières, FR

Last Updated
Mar 26, 14:25Z

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Currently using: EBFS
Weather Source: Florennes Air Base (EBFS)
Distance: 28nm / 51km from LFQV

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 650 hours ago
14:25Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
4°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 1°C
9 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR EBFS 261425Z 30009KT 9999 SCT025 04/01 Q1018 BLU WHT TEMPO GRN

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 492 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,992 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 650.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 9 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 4°C (39°F) with a dewpoint of 1°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. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (492 ft)
Pressure Alt
350 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -852 ft
ISA Deviation: -10.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FQV
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 112°
8.9 kt 1.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFQV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 492 ft MSL

Location

City: Charleville-Mézières
Country: FR
Latitude: 49.783901°
Longitude: 4.647080°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield

Overview

Charleville-Mézières Ardennes-Etienne Riché Airfield serves the Ardennes region in northeastern France, providing essential aviation infrastructure for the city of Charleville-Mézières. Located at an elevation of 492 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport supports regional and general aviation operations in the Champagne-Ardenne area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 492 ft MSL indicates a relatively moderate terrain environment typical of the northern French landscape. Pilots can expect standard regional weather patterns with potential seasonal variations that are common to northeastern France. The single runway (11/29) measuring 4,921 feet provides adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 49.783901, 4.647080, the airport is positioned in a region characterized by gently rolling terrain. The asphalt (ASP) runway surface provides standard operating conditions for general and regional aircraft. Its geographic location offers strategic access to the Ardennes department, supporting local transportation and aviation needs.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 11/29 suggests potential wind-related considerations for approach and departure procedures. Pilots should be prepared for wind variations that might influence landing and takeoff dynamics. Standard approach protocols should be followed, taking into account the airport's moderate elevation and runway characteristics.

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

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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.