Sankt Stephan Airfield

LSTS

Sankt Stephan, CH

Last Updated
May 14, 14:20Z

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Currently using: LSGS
Weather Source: Sion Airport (LSGS)
Distance: 17nm / 32km from LSTS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
14:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 3°C
26 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSGS 141420Z 26026KT 9999 -RA FEW060 SCT100 12/03 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,304 ft
FEW 6,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,304 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,304 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sankt Stephan Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 26 knots. Runway 32 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 23-knot crosswind component. These are strong winds that may exceed crosswind limits for light aircraft.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 3°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Showers Rain between 13:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LSGS 141125Z 1412/1421 25015G25KT 9999 SCT100 PROB40 TEMPO 1413/1418 SHRA FEW050TCU BECMG 1417/1420 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 15 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
17:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR VRB 2 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
STS
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
6,726 ft 131 ft ASP 135°
13.0 kt 22.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sankt Stephan Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSTS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,304 ft MSL

Location

City: Sankt Stephan
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.497398°
Longitude: 7.412570°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,726 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sankt Stephan Airfield

Sankt Stephan Airfield (LSTS) is located in Sankt Stephan, CH at an elevation of 3,304 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 6,726 feet.

Airport Overview

Sankt Stephan Airfield serves Sankt Stephan in CH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (14/32) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,726 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3304 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 LSTS, 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.