České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport

LKCS / JCL

České Budějovice, CZ

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

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Currently using: LOWL
Weather Source: Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base (LOWL)
Distance: 44nm / 81km from LKCS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
5 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWL 141220Z AUTO 15005KT 120V190 9999 -RA FEW050 12/06 Q1002 TEMPO RA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,417 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,417 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport 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 south-southeast (150°) at 5 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Light Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 03:00Z and 07:00Z.

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.

QNH
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,417 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,755 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,735 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LOWL 141115Z 1412/1512 20010KT 9999 BKN050 TX12/1512Z TN06/1501Z TEMPO 1412/1420 -SHRA PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1416 SHRA BECMG 1419/1421 VRB05KT TEMPO 1503/1507 4000 -RA BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
19:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR VRB 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KCS
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,202 ft 262 ft CON 90°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKCS
IATA Code: JCL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,417 ft MSL

Location

City: České Budějovice
Country: CZ
Latitude: 48.946400°
Longitude: 14.427500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 262 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport

České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport (LKCS/JCL) is located in České Budějovice, CZ at an elevation of 1,417 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 8,202 feet.

Airport Overview

České Budějovice South Bohemian Airport serves České Budějovice in CZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with con surface. The longest runway measures 8,202 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the national aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from LKCS, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.