Figari Sud-Corse Airport

LFKF / FSC

Figari, FR

Last Updated
Jul 4, 22:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
2 kt
Variable
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFKF 042200Z AUTO VRB02KT CAVOK 21/18 Q1019

Weather Briefing

VFR

Figari Sud-Corse Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFKF 041400Z 0415/0515 22008KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:24Z BASE
+0h
VFR 220° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FKF
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 8,136 ft 148 ft ASP 47° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFKF

13,732 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
79.7%
MVFR
17.1%
IFR
2.5%
LIFR
0.6%

Figari Sud-Corse Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 79.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 2.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.2%
N
3.1%
S
3.2%
W
24.4%
NE
23.7%
NW
2.5%
SE
0.8%
SW
18.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.7°C
Range: -3°C to 39°C
-3°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1.1%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 13,732 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Figari Sud-Corse Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFKF
IATA Code: FSC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 85 ft MSL

Location

City: Figari
Country: FR
Latitude: 41.500599°
Longitude: 9.097780°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,136 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Figari Sud-Corse Airport

Overview

Figari Sud-Corse Airport serves the southern Corsica region as a medium-sized airport located at 41.500599, 9.097780 with an elevation of 85 feet MSL. The airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the island, featuring a single runway (05/23) measuring 8,136 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations reveal predominantly VFR conditions 77.7% of the time, with MVFR conditions occurring 19% of flights. The prevailing wind originates from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 9 knots with occasional gusts up to 33 knots. September, October, and November demonstrate the most consistent VFR flying weather, with temperatures ranging from -3°C to 33°C and an average of 14.9°C.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 05/23 experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with wind alignment at 100% and an average crosswind of only 3.9 knots. Visibility is consistently strong, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility (fog occurs in only 0.5% of observations). The low occurrence of IFR (3.1%) and LIFR (0.2%) conditions suggests generally stable meteorological environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers consistent wind-aligned approaches, with northeast winds providing predictable landing conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable visual conditions and plan for mild crosswind components. The broad runway and consistent weather patterns make this airport relatively straightforward for instrument-rated and visual flight pilots alike.

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.