Amendola Air Base

LIBA

San Giovanni Rotondo (FG), IT

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Aeroporto militare dell'Aeronautica Militare. L'accesso civile è generalmente limitato.

Access Notes:

Aeronautica Militare bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
10:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
12 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIBA 041055Z 33012KT 9999 FEW050 33/09 Q1018 RMK FEW VIS MIN 9999 WIND THR11 35009KT WIND THR29 /////KT BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 183 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,183 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Amendola Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 12 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1012 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (183 ft)
Pressure Alt
41 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,245 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIBA 040800Z 0409/0418 35012KT 9999 FEW030 TEMPO 0413/0417 33010G20KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
13:00Z TEMPO
+2h
VFR 330° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBA
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
8,727 ft 144 ft ASP 114°
9.2 kt 7.7 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 - LIBA

12,376 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80%
MVFR
11.7%
IFR
3.8%
LIFR
4.5%

Amendola Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 28 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
E
21.1%
N
4.1%
S
4.7%
W
33.2%
NE
4.1%
NW
18.8%
SE
5.2%
SW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 14.5°C
Range: -3°C to 38°C
-3°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 4.4%

Best Months for VFR

July June May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 12,376 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Amendola Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIBA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 183 ft MSL

Location

City: San Giovanni Rotondo (FG)
Country: IT
Latitude: 41.538443°
Longitude: 15.717181°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,727 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amendola Air Base

Amendola Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Amendola Air Base (LIBA) is a medium-sized airport located near San Giovanni Rotondo in Foggia, Italy. Situated at an elevation of 183 feet MSL, the base serves as a strategic aviation facility in the southeastern region of Italy. Its single runway 11/29 spans 8,727 feet with an asphalt surface, supporting various military and potentially civilian aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 76% of observations indicating good visual flying weather. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 32°C, with an average of 13.2°C, providing generally stable flying conditions throughout the year. September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal visibility and moderate wind conditions.

Notable Features

Prevailing winds at Amendola Air Base consistently blow from the west (270°) at an average speed of 6.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 25 knots. The terrain surrounding the airport appears relatively consistent, with minimal reports of significant visibility restrictions, though 5.4% of observations indicate potential fog conditions that pilots should monitor.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 2.6 knots. Pilots can expect excellent wind conditions for both takeoff and landing, with consistently predictable wind patterns. The extensive runway length of 8,727 feet provides ample space for most aircraft operations.

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.