Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

LRBS / BBU

Bucharest, RO

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
7 kt
50°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBS 221100Z 05007KT 350V090 9999 FEW029 SCT036 12/04 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
FEW 2,900 ft AGL
SCT 3,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,197 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,897 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 7 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,900 ft, scattered at 3,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 4°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 11:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
215 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -74 ft
ISA Deviation: -2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LRBS 220500Z 2206/2306 05006KT 9999 SCT045 TEMPO 2211/2217 02016KT 5000 SHRA SCT015 SCT040CB BECMG 2302/2304 27010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBS
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 74°
6.6 kt 2.4 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 - LRBS

10,118 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
50.5%
MVFR
15.2%
IFR
12.7%
LIFR
21.5%

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 50.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 34.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.8 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 18.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, April, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 8.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
31.7%
E
17.7%
SE
1.7%
S
2%
SW
9.7%
W
20.8%
NW
2.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.9°C
Range: -11°C to 31°C
-11°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 18.9%

Best Months for VFR

September April October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 10,118 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRBS
IATA Code: BBU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 297 ft MSL

Location

City: Bucharest
Country: RO
Latitude: 44.503201°
Longitude: 26.102100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

Overview

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Romania's capital city, situated at 297 ft above mean sea level. The airport's strategic location in southeastern Romania provides critical aviation infrastructure for Bucharest and surrounding regions, with coordinates precisely positioned at 44.503201, 26.102100.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with only 46% of observations supporting standard VFR operations. Winter and summer present significant temperature extremes ranging from -11°C to 31°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning. Fog occurs in approximately 20.5% of observations, and wind patterns predominantly originate from the northeast at an average speed of 6.6 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 extends 10,499 feet with a concrete surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. Wind analysis indicates 100% runway favorability, with minimal average crosswind at 2.1 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to relatively stable meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal variations significantly impact flight conditions, with September and October offering the most consistently favorable VFR environments. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument conditions, as IFR and LIFR classifications represent nearly 37.3% of observed weather patterns. Wind characteristics suggest minimal directional challenges for standard 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.