Saanen Airfield

LSGK

Saanen, CH

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:50Z

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Currently using: LSGS
Weather Source: Sion Airport (LSGS)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from LSGK

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
10:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
12 kt
250°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSGS 041050Z 25012KT 9999 FEW080 28/13 Q1025

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,307 ft
FEW 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,307 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Saanen Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 12 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively 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 14:00Z and 16:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LSGS 040825Z 0409/0418 24005KT CAVOK TEMPO 0414/0416 26015KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 260° 15 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SGK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
4,593 ft 131 ft ASP 81°
11.8 kt 2.1 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Saanen Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSGK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,307 ft MSL

Location

City: Saanen
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.486525°
Longitude: 7.248359°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,593 ft
Width: 131 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Saanen Airfield

Saanen Airfield (LSGK) is located in Saanen, CH at an elevation of 3,307 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 4,593 feet.

Airport Overview

Saanen Airfield serves Saanen in CH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (08/26) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,593 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3307 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather 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 LSGK, 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.