Aerodromo de Chaves

LPCH

Chaves, PT

Last Updated
May 14, 20:00Z

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Currently using: LEVX
Weather Source: Vigo Airport (LEVX)
Distance: 60nm / 112km from LPCH

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
10 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEVX 142000Z 35010KT 9999 FEW019 SCT042 12/08 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,181 ft
FEW 1,900 ft AGL
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,081 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,381 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aerodromo de Chaves is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (350°) at 10 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,900 ft, scattered at 4,200 ft.

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: Rain. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Rain between 06:00Z and 12:00Z.

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
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
976 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,181 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,129 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,052 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LEVX 141700Z 1418/1518 01009KT 9999 SCT020 TX18/1515Z TN10/1504Z PROB40 TEMPO 1506/1512 RA BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PCH
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
2,812 ft 75 ft ASP
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Aerodromo de Chaves - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPCH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,181 ft MSL

Location

City: Chaves
Country: PT
Latitude: 41.722356°
Longitude: -7.463064°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 2,812 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aerodromo de Chaves

Aerodromo de Chaves (LPCH) is located in Chaves, PT at an elevation of 1,181 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 2,812 feet.

Airport Overview

Aerodromo de Chaves serves Chaves in PT. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,812 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 LPCH, 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.