Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé

LFCA

, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 13:30Z

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Currently using: LFBI
Weather Source: Poitiers-Biard Airport (LFBI)
Distance: 15nm / 29km from LFCA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
10 kt
310°
10+ km
Visibility
4,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBI 141330Z AUTO 31010KT 280V010 9999 FEW028/// BKN047/// BKN062/// 11/07 Q1004 TEMPO 29020G35KT 2000 TSRA SCT035CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 207 ft
FEW 2,800 ft AGL
SCT 3,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 4,700 ft AGL
BKN 6,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,007 ft AMSL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,707 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,907 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,407 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 10 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4700 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Light Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain, Fog. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 03:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z.

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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (207 ft)
Pressure Alt
485 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 55 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD LFBI 141220Z 1412/1512 26014KT 9999 FEW035 BKN040 BKN050 TEMPO 1412/1417 29020G35KT TEMPO 1412/1503 4500 -SHRA BKN025TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1419 2000 TSRA SCT035CB BECMG 1419/1422 32010KT PROB40 TEMPO 1503/1507 0700 FG VV///
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
19:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 320° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FCA
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
2,625 ft 0 ft UNK
6.4 kt 7.7 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFCA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 207 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.781399°
Longitude: 0.551944°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 2,625 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé

Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé (LFCA) is located in , FR at an elevation of 207 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 2,625 feet.

Airport Overview

Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé serves in FR. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 2,625 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 LFCA, 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.