Agen La Garenne airport

LFBA / AGF

Agen, FR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 03:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
03:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBA 230330Z AUTO 10005KT 9999 FEW018 14/13 Q1017 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

Agen La Garenne airport 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 east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (204 ft)
Pressure Alt
92 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBA 230200Z 2303/2312 VRB03KT 9999 BKN018 OVC025 BECMG 2303/2305 CAVOK BECMG 2306/2308 12012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:58Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 120° 12 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FBA
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
7,103 ft 98 ft ASP 112°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFBA

10,325 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.4%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
10.3%

Agen La Garenne airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 20.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -9°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are March, April, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.8%
NE
0.8%
E
29.2%
SE
17.4%
S
2%
SW
8.7%
W
24.4%
NW
10.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.8°C
Range: -9°C to 32°C
-9°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13%

Best Months for VFR

March April September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2 kt

Statistics computed from 10,325 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Agen La Garenne airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFBA
IATA Code: AGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 204 ft MSL

Location

City: Agen
Country: FR
Latitude: 44.174171°
Longitude: 0.593090°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 7,103 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Agen La Garenne airport

Overview

Agen La Garenne airport serves the Agen region in southwestern France, situated at an elevation of 204 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport with a single runway (11/29) measuring 7,103 feet, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport's geographic coordinates (44.174171, 0.593090) place it in a strategic location for regional transportation and general aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 58.1% of the time, with moderate variability in weather patterns. Pilots can expect an average temperature of 10.6°C, with historical extremes ranging from -9°C to 32°C. Wind conditions are typically from the east (90°) at an average of 6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 22 knots. Fog occurs in 17.4% of observations, with September through November offering the most consistent VFR flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (11/29) is asphalted and demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% of wind conditions supporting runway operations. Crosswind components average just 1.8 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff conditions. The surrounding terrain and elevation suggest a relatively stable approach environment with minimal significant geographical obstacles.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing easterly winds, runway 11/29 offers optimal wind alignment for most operations. Pilots should be prepared for potential reduced visibility during winter months, with MVFR and IFR conditions accounting for approximately 26.4% of observations. The consistent wind patterns and good average visibility (10 statute miles) generally support stable 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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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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.