Niš Constantine the Great Airport

LYNI / INI

Niš, RS

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
9 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LYNI 220830Z 31009KT 240V360 9999 FEW023 BKN090 13/06 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 648 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,948 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,648 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Niš Constantine the Great Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 9 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 5 to 16 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (648 ft)
Pressure Alt
536 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 452 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LYNI 220500Z 2206/2306 32010KT 9999 BKN030 BKN080 TX15/2213Z TN04/2304Z TEMPO 2206/2209 4000 SHRA SCT010 SCT020TCU BKN025 TEMPO 2209/2216 32016G26KT BECMG 2222/2224 02005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 320° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
09:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 320° 16 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YNI
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 113°
8.5 kt 3.1 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 - LYNI

9,988 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
72.8%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
6.4%
LIFR
2.7%

Niš Constantine the Great Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 72.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 9.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 9.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.2%
NE
9.3%
E
23.4%
SE
7.9%
S
8.1%
SW
2.6%
W
2.6%
NW
28.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.4°C
Range: -10°C to 33°C
-10°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.1%

Best Months for VFR

April September March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.7 kt

Statistics computed from 9,988 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Niš Constantine the Great Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LYNI
IATA Code: INI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 648 ft MSL

Location

City: Niš
Country: RS
Latitude: 43.337009°
Longitude: 21.854510°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Niš Constantine the Great Airport

Overview

Niš Constantine the Great Airport serves the city of Niš in Serbia, positioned at an elevation of 648 feet MSL. The airport supports medium-level aviation operations with a substantial runway 11/29 measuring 8,202 feet in length, capable of handling various aircraft types. Its strategic location in southeastern Serbia provides critical regional connectivity.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LYNI are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 64.4% of observations supporting VFR conditions. Temperature ranges widely from -10°C to 33°C, with an average of 8.3°C, presenting potential thermal variability for pilots. Wind patterns are consistently northwest (315°) with an average speed of 6.8 knots, and calm conditions occur 11.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning at coordinates 43.337009, 21.854510 places it in a region with moderate terrain characteristics. Runway 11/29 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a low average crosswind of just 3.6 knots. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect generally stable approach conditions with high visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal fog occurrences (4.9%). The extensive runway length provides substantial operational flexibility, while the prevailing northwest winds suggest routine approaches from the northwest sector. Minimal instrument meteorological conditions (8.4% IFR, 3.5% LIFR) indicate generally reliable visual navigation opportunities.

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.