Aktion National Airport

LGPZ / PVK

Preveza, GR

Last Updated
May 15, 06:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
06:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
4 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
3,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGPZ 150650Z 02004KT 9999 FEW020 BKN030 18/16 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,011 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aktion National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 06:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 22:00Z and 06:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGPZ 150500Z 1506/1606 26010KT 9999 SCT020 SCT080 PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1518 5000 RA FEW018TCU SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 1519/1521 07010KT TEMPO 1522/1606 BKN020 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 70° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPZ
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
9,419 ft 148 ft ASP 68°
3.1 kt 2.6 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LGPZ

10,064 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.4%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Aktion National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 19.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
25.9%
E
17.1%
SE
2.9%
S
7%
SW
4.3%
W
19.1%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.5°C
Range: 1°C to 32°C
1°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,064 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aktion National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGPZ
IATA Code: PVK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Preveza
Country: GR
Latitude: 38.925499°
Longitude: 20.765301°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,419 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aktion National Airport

Overview

Aktion National Airport serves the Preveza region in western Greece, positioned strategically near the Ionian Sea. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 9,419 ft runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and commercial operations in northwestern Greece.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally consistent VFR conditions, with 95.6% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Prevailing northeast winds at an average of 7.9 knots create stable atmospheric conditions, with temperature ranges from 1°C to 32°C offering predictable thermal characteristics for pilots.

Notable Features

Located at a low elevation of 11 ft mean sea level, Aktion National Airport presents minimal terrain challenges for approaching aircraft. The airport's geographic position near the Ionian coastline suggests potential maritime weather influences, though the data indicates remarkably stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.6 knots. September, November, and December represent the optimal months for VFR operations, offering pilots consistently favorable flying conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.