Marche Airport

LIPY / AOI

Falconara Marittima (AN), IT

Last Updated
Jul 26, 08:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
08:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
6 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
7,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPY 260850Z AUTO 19006KT 9999 -RA FEW055/// BKN079/// BKN095/// 20/19 Q1010 RETSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 49 ft
FEW 5,500 ft AGL
BKN 7,900 ft AGL
BKN 9,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,549 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,949 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,549 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Marche Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 6 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7900 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 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. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 18:00Z.

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. 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.

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (49 ft)
Pressure Alt
147 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 759 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIPY 260500Z 2606/2706 VRB05KT CAVOK BECMG 2607/2609 12010KT TEMPO 2609/2618 4000 TSRA BECMG 2616/2618 22012KT BECMG 2618/2620 VRB05KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
16:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 220° 12 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR VRB 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPY
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
9,718 ft 148 ft ASP 45°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPY

14,342 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.4%
MVFR
9.3%
IFR
7%
LIFR
4.4%

Marche Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 5.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
E
5.7%
N
11.9%
S
31.1%
W
7.1%
NE
13.2%
NW
7.7%
SE
6.9%
SW
16.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 15°C
Range: -3°C to 36°C
-3°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.8%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3 kt

Statistics computed from 14,342 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Marche Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPY
IATA Code: AOI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 49 ft MSL

Location

City: Falconara Marittima (AN)
Country: IT
Latitude: 43.616299°
Longitude: 13.362300°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 9,718 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Marche Airport

Overview

Marche Airport serves the Falconara Marittima area in the Ancona province of Italy, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 49 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 43.616299, 13.362300, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Marche region, supporting various flight operations on its single runway 04/22.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Marche Airport demonstrate significant VFR flying opportunities, with 70.9% of observations reporting visual flight rules. The airport experiences moderate wind conditions, predominantly from the south at an average of 5.2 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Seasonal temperature variations range from -3°C to 30°C, with September, October, and November offering the most consistent VFR weather.

Notable Features

The single runway 04/22 spans 9,718 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Wind data indicates highly favorable runway alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.9 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of restricted visibility.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the prevailing southerly winds, which align favorably with runway 04/22. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related complications, with calm conditions present in only 0.1% of observations. The airport's low elevation and consistent weather patterns contribute to relatively straightforward approach and departure procedures.

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.