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MVFRAjaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (190°) at 6 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 8,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 15:00Z and 21:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 02/20
Active: 20
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7,897 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 24° |
↑ 5.9 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - LFKJ
10,288 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, October.
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Statistics computed from 10,288 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport - Airport Information
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About Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport
Overview
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport serves the city of Ajaccio on the island of Corsica, France. Located at an elevation of 18 ft MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports various aviation operations with its single runway 02/20, which measures 7,897 feet and is constructed of asphalt.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 88.3% of observations showing favorable weather for visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 6 knots and occasional gusts up to 30 knots. Temperature ranges from 1°C to 32°C, with an average of 14.6°C, providing stable flying conditions throughout the year.
Notable Features
Situated on the island of Corsica, the airport is characterized by its coastal Mediterranean location. The runway alignment (02/20) benefits from highly favorable wind conditions, with 100% of wind observations supporting direct or near-direct runway alignment. Pilots can expect minimal wind-related challenges during approach and departure.
Approach Considerations
September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at this airport. The runway experiences an average crosswind of just 3.1 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures. With consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and virtually no fog occurrences, pilots can anticipate reliable visual navigation conditions.
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