Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

LRBS / BBU

Bucharest, RO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
5 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBS 041130Z 24005KT 170V290 9999 FEW040CB BKN046 26/16 Q1015 TEMPO VRB20G30KT 5000 TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 297 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,297 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,897 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 4,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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: Thunderstorm Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 16:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (297 ft)
Pressure Alt
245 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,636 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LRBS 040500Z 0406/0506 VRB04KT CAVOK TEMPO 0407/0410 5000 TSRA SCT045CB TEMPO 0410/0416 VRB15G25KT 3000 TSRA SCT015 BKN040CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:41Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBS
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
10,499 ft 148 ft CON 74°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LRBS

13,529 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
61%
MVFR
12.9%
IFR
9.9%
LIFR
16.2%

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 61% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 26.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 6.6 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 16.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 6.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 7.7%
Direction Distribution:
E
18.1%
N
6.2%
S
2.2%
W
21.9%
NE
30%
NW
3.5%
SE
2.1%
SW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -11°C to 38°C
-11°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 16.9%

Best Months for VFR

July May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,529 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRBS
IATA Code: BBU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 297 ft MSL

Location

City: Bucharest
Country: RO
Latitude: 44.503201°
Longitude: 26.102100°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport

Overview

Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Romania's capital city, situated at 297 ft above mean sea level. The airport's strategic location in southeastern Romania provides critical aviation infrastructure for Bucharest and surrounding regions, with coordinates precisely positioned at 44.503201, 26.102100.

Flying Conditions

Pilots can expect variable weather conditions, with only 46% of observations supporting standard VFR operations. Winter and summer present significant temperature extremes ranging from -11°C to 31°C, requiring careful pre-flight planning. Fog occurs in approximately 20.5% of observations, and wind patterns predominantly originate from the northeast at an average speed of 6.6 knots.

Notable Features

The single runway 07/25 extends 10,499 feet with a concrete surface, offering substantial operational flexibility. Wind analysis indicates 100% runway favorability, with minimal average crosswind at 2.1 knots. The airport's elevation and geographic positioning contribute to relatively stable meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal variations significantly impact flight conditions, with September and October offering the most consistently favorable VFR environments. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument conditions, as IFR and LIFR classifications represent nearly 37.3% of observed weather patterns. Wind characteristics suggest minimal directional challenges for standard approach and departure procedures.

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.