Brive Souillac airport

LFSL / BVE

Brive, FR

Last Updated
Apr 22, 17:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
17:30Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
70°
1.5 km
Visibility
5,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFSL 221730Z AUTO 07003KT CAVOK 25/12 Q1014 TEMPO 1500 TSRA BKN050CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,016 ft
BKN 5,000 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN (CB)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,016 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Brive Souillac airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 1.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 5000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 5,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 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, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 21:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums.

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

QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,016 ft)
Pressure Alt
994 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,438 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFSL 221400Z 2215/2224 10005KT CAVOK TEMPO 2215/2222 4000 -SHRA SCT060CB PROB40 TEMPO 2216/2221 1500 TSRA BKN050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSL
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,890 ft 147 ft asphalt 115°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFSL

10,411 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
56.6%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
15%
LIFR
13.9%

Brive Souillac airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 56.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 6.1 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.8% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.7% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 6.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 13.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.8%
NE
1.1%
E
4.7%
SE
28.3%
S
12.7%
SW
6.4%
W
11.2%
NW
14.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.5°C
Range: -11°C to 32°C
-11°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.7%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 10,411 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brive Souillac airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFSL
IATA Code: BVE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,016 ft MSL

Location

City: Brive
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.039722°
Longitude: 1.485556°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: asphalt
ILS: No

About Brive Souillac airport

Overview

Brive Souillac airport (LFSL) serves the Brive region in southwestern France, located at an elevation of 1016 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, supporting both general aviation and regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFSL demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevailing 54.1% of the time. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, with IFR and LIFR conditions combining for 32.3% of observations. Seasonal temperature ranges from -11°C to 32°C, with an average of 9.3°C, suggesting potential temperature-related performance considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (11/29) measuring 6890 feet in length. Prevailing winds from the southeast (135°) average 5.8 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots and calm conditions occurring 14.1% of the time. Visibility typically remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 offers favorable wind conditions, with a 100% compatible wind profile and an average crosswind of just 3.2 knots. October, January, and September consistently provide the most favorable VFR conditions for pilots. The modest crosswind component and extended runway length provide flexibility for most aircraft operations.

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.