Cervia Air Base

LIPC

Cervia (RA), IT

Last Updated
Jul 4, 03:55Z

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 44 min ago
03:55Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
320°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPC 040355Z 32002KT CAVOK 19/15 Q1021 RMK SCT SCT150 VIS MIN 9999 WIND THR11 31001KT WIND THR29 31001KT BLU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 18 ft
SCT 15,000 ft AGL
⛅
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,018 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Cervia Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 15,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 15,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 19°C (66°F) with a dewpoint of 15°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (18 ft)
Pressure Alt
-215 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 269 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIPC 040200Z 0403/0412 VRB03KT CAVOK BECMG 0406/0408 09010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 90° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
IPC
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
 10,007 ft 148 ft ASP 116°
↑ 1.7 kt • ↔ 1.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPC

13,050 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
69.1%
MVFR
12.1%
IFR
8.6%
LIFR
10.1%

Cervia Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 69.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 5.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 5.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
E
16.3%
N
4.8%
S
6.8%
W
32.9%
NE
8.4%
NW
9.6%
SE
7.3%
SW
13.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 13°C
Range: -7°C to 36°C
-7°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 7.6%

Best Months for VFR

June May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 13,050 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Cervia Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 18 ft MSL

Location

City: Cervia (RA)
Country: IT
Latitude: 44.224201°
Longitude: 12.307200°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,007 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
320°@2kt
Density Alt
18ft, 19°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
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About Cervia Air Base

Cervia 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

Cervia Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in Cervia, Italy, with an elevation of 18 feet above mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 44.224201, 12.307200, the airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 10,007 feet in length with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 60.6% of the time, with MVFR and IFR conditions occurring 15.3% and 10.1% respectively. Wind patterns are primarily westerly at an average of 5.6 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 24 knots and only 0.6% calm conditions. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 29°C, with an average of 10.3°C.

Notable Features

Visibility at Cervia Air Base averages 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of visibility below 3 miles and fog present 9.7% of the time. The airport's single runway benefits from favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 2.6 knots, making it relatively consistent for operations.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Cervia Air Base. The long 10,007-foot runway provides ample landing and takeoff space, while the consistent westerly winds and low average crosswind suggest predictable approach and departure conditions for most aircraft.

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.

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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.