Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield

LFHN

Valserhône, Ain, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 04:50Z

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Currently using: LSGG
Weather Source: Geneva Cointrin International Airport (LSGG)
Distance: 14nm / 27km from LFHN

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
04:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
4 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
3,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSGG 150450Z AUTO 20004KT 170V230 9999 -RA FEW027 BKN034 06/04 Q1001 RERA TEMPO SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,624 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 3,400 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,324 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,024 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3400 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 6°C (43°F) with a dewpoint of 4°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 03:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 11:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 05:00Z and 09:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
947 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,624 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,992 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,302 ft
ISA Deviation: -5.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD LSGG 150335Z 1503/1609 VRB02KT 9999 BKN030 TX11/1515Z TN05/1505Z TN04/1605Z TEMPO 1503/1518 SHRA SCT040TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1511/1517 TSRA FEW050CB TEMPO 1605/1609 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:58Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
11:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+7h
MVFR
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FHN
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
2,200 ft 60 ft paved
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFHN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,624 ft MSL

Location

City: Valserhône, Ain
Country: FR
Latitude: 46.123336°
Longitude: 5.804858°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 2,200 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: paved
ILS: No

About Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield

Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield (LFHN) is located in Valserhône, Ain, FR at an elevation of 1,624 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 2,200 feet.

Airport Overview

Bellegarde-Vouvray Airfield serves Valserhône, Ain 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 (01/19) with paved surface. The longest runway measures 2,200 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 LFHN, 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.