Maritsa Air Base

LGRD

Rodes Island, GR

Last Updated
May 15, 16:50Z

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Currently using: LGRP
Weather Source: Diagoras Airport (LGRP)
Distance: 2nm / 3km from LGRD

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a Hellenic Air Force base. Civil access is restricted.

Access Notes:

HAF bases generally restricted

Consult official AIP (Greece AIP ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
16:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
14 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGRP 151650Z 25014KT 9999 FEW018 21/16 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 204 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,004 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Maritsa Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 14 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 14-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 21:00Z.

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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1001 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (204 ft)
Pressure Alt
362 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,131 ft
ISA Deviation: +6.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LGRP 151100Z 1512/1612 25012KT 9999 FEW018 TEMPO 1518/1521 27011G22KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 270° 11 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GRD
08
26 ✈️
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 79°
13.8 kt 2.4 kt
10° angle
14/32 3,937 ft 197 ft ASP 142°
4.3 kt 13.3 kt
108° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Maritsa Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGRD
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 204 ft MSL

Location

City: Rodes Island
Country: GR
Latitude: 36.383099°
Longitude: 28.108900°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Maritsa Air Base

Maritsa Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the GR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Maritsa Air Base (LGRD) is located in Rodes Island, GR at an elevation of 204 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (08/26, 14/32), with the longest at 7,874 feet.

Airport Overview

Maritsa Air Base serves Rodes Island in GR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (08/26, 14/32) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 7,874 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 LGRD, 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.