Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base

LFSX

Saint-Sauveur, FR

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:00Z

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 26 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
1 kt
70°
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFSX 092200Z AUTO 07001KT CAVOK 12/08 Q1019

Weather Briefing

VFR

Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 1 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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: Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 08:00Z and 13:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 13:00Z 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFSX 092000Z 0921/1021 VRB02KT CAVOK BECMG 1006/1008 27010KT TEMPO 1008/1013 VRB15G30KT 4000 SHRA BKN008CB TEMPO 1013/1019 4900 SHRA SCT012CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 270° 10 kt
08:00Z TEMPO
+10h
LIFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FSX
04 ✈️
22
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
7,596 ft 118 ft ASP 38°
0.9 kt 0.5 kt
30° angle
11/29 7,982 ft 148 ft ASP 113°
0.7 kt 0.7 kt
43° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFSX

12,600 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.3%
MVFR
20.9%
IFR
9.3%
LIFR
5.5%

Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 64.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 14.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, April, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 26 kt
Calm Winds: 7.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
22.9%
N
5.4%
S
6.1%
W
13.3%
NE
6.6%
NW
7.5%
SE
15.4%
SW
15%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.8°C
Range: -14°C to 33°C
-14°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.9%

Best Months for VFR

June April May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt
Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 12,600 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFSX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 913 ft MSL

Location

City: Saint-Sauveur
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.787747°
Longitude: 6.353419°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,596 ft
Width: 118 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 7,982 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) Air Base

Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur (BA 116) 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

Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur Air Base (BA 116) is a medium-sized military airport located in northeastern France, situated at an elevation of 913 feet MSL. The base features two substantial asphalt runways: 04/22 at 7,596 feet and 11/29 at 7,982 feet, providing significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather at Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur demonstrates significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) conditions prevailing 52.8% of the time. Temperature ranges from -14°C to 29°C, with an average of 7.2°C, and winds predominantly from the east at an average of 5.7 knots. Pilots can expect the most favorable VFR conditions during autumn months (September, October, November).

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in the Haute-Saône department offers relatively stable wind conditions, with both primary runways experiencing 100% favorable wind alignments. Low occurrence of extreme wind conditions is indicated by maximum recorded winds of 26 knots and calm periods representing 6.3% of observations. Average crosswind remains consistent at 3.3 knots for both runways.

Approach Considerations

With consistent wind patterns and extensive runway lengths, pilots have reliable approach options at Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visibility (fog present in 10.5% of observations). Both runways provide substantial landing surfaces, enabling flexible approach strategies under various meteorological 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.