Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base

LFOJ

Boulay-les-Barres, Loiret, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 18:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérienne militaire. L'accès civil est restreint sauf autorisation spéciale.

Access Notes:

Bases Aériennes closed to civil traffic; consult SIA France for details

Consult official AIP (SIA France ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
18:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOJ 141830Z AUTO VRB03KT 9999 -RA FEW019 SCT041 BKN050 08/06 Q1000 TEMPO 4000 SHRA SCT018 BKN030TCU BECMG 28016KT

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 412 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 4,100 ft AGL
BKN 5,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,212 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,312 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,412 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,512 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,412 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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 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, Thunderstorm Rain, Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 6 to 20 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (412 ft)
Pressure Alt
810 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 69 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFOJ 141400Z 1415/1515 28016KT 9999 SCT030 TX15/1515Z TN02/1503Z TEMPO 1415/1420 33020G30KT 4000 SHRA SCT018 BKN030TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1415/1418 2000 TSRA SCT013 BKN040CB BECMG 1421/1423 30006KT CAVOK BECMG 1507/1509 36012KT SCT030 PROB40 TEMPO 1512/1515 30015G25KT 4000 -SHRA SCT040TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 280° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
21:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOJ
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 7,887 ft 148 ft ASP 69° 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 - LFOJ

11,214 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.9%
MVFR
15.4%
IFR
19%
LIFR
13.7%

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 32.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 33 knots. Temperature extremes range from -10°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 11.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 33 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.2%
NE
16.6%
E
7.8%
SE
8.7%
S
21.6%
SW
21.5%
W
10.8%
NW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -10°C to 31°C
-10°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 11.3%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,214 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Boulay-les-Barres, Loiret
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.987801°
Longitude: 1.760560°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 7,887 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base

Orléans-Bricy (BA 123) Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the FR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Orléans-Bricy Air Base (BA 123) is a medium-sized military airport located in the Loiret department of central France, near the town of Boulay-les-Barres. Situated at an elevation of 412 feet MSL, the base provides critical infrastructure for French military aviation operations in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences diverse weather conditions, with VFR conditions prevailing 46.9% of the time. Annual temperatures range from -10°C to 31°C, with an average of 9°C. Pilots should note significant wind variability, with a prevailing southerly wind at an average of 9.5 knots and occasional gusts up to 33 knots.

Notable Features

The primary runway 07/25 is an asphalt surface measuring 7,887 feet in length, capable of accommodating a wide range of aircraft. The airport's geographical location experiences minimal weather extremes, with fog occurring in 13.4% of observations and consistently favorable wind conditions for the main runway.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 5.6 knots. Pilots will find September, October, and January offer the most consistently favorable VFR flying conditions, with high visibility and stable atmospheric conditions.

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

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.