Figari Sud-Corse Airport

LFKF / FSC

Figari, FR

Last Updated
May 15, 00:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
8 kt
280°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFKF 150030Z AUTO 28008KT 230V310 CAVOK 14/10 Q1003

Weather Briefing

VFR

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

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 8 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 14°C (57°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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 21 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, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD LFKF 141805Z 1418/1515 27012KT 9999 FEW030 BKN040 TEMPO 1418/1421 4500 SHRA SCT030CB PROB40 TEMPO 1418/1420 2500 TSRA BECMG 1502/1504 BKN015 TEMPO 1510/1514 SHRA SCT025TCU BKN035
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:45Z BASE
+0h
VFR 270° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
02:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
10:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Showers Rain

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
Active: 23
8,136 ft 148 ft ASP 47°
5.1 kt 6.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFKF

11,421 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
76.2%
MVFR
20.4%
IFR
2.9%
LIFR
0.6%

Figari Sud-Corse Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 76.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 3.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 9.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 42 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 9.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 42 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.2%
NE
24.3%
E
23.2%
SE
0.8%
S
2.7%
SW
16%
W
24.5%
NW
2.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.2°C
Range: -3°C to 33°C
-3°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,421 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 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.