Buochs Airport

LSZC / BXO

Buochs, CH

Last Updated
May 14, 12:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
12:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
7 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
3,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LSZC 141220Z AUTO 11007KT 070V170 9999 -RA SCT026 SCT029 BKN036 09/05 Q1002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,475 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT 2,900 ft AGL
BKN 3,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,075 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,375 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,075 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Buochs Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 7 knots. Runway 07R/25L is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 19:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LSZC 141125Z 1412/1421 04006KT 9999 BKN030 TEMPO 1412/1421 34010KT SHRA SCT030TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1412/1419 30015G25KT TSRA SCT030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SZC
06 ✈️
24
07R ✈️
25L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,561 ft 130 ft ASP 62°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
✈️ 07R/25L
Active: 07R
2,771 ft 130 ft ASP 62°
5.4 kt 4.5 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LSZC

11,029 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.9%
MVFR
16.9%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
6.3%

Buochs Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -12°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.8%
NE
7.5%
E
11.9%
SE
1.8%
S
7.7%
SW
31.4%
W
31.5%
NW
3.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 6.8°C
Range: -12°C to 27°C
-12°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.8%

Best Months for VFR

May March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.8 kt
Runway 07R/25L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,029 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Buochs Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LSZC
IATA Code: BXO
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,475 ft MSL

Location

City: Buochs
Country: CH
Latitude: 46.974444°
Longitude: 8.396944°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,561 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07R/25L
Length: 2,771 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Buochs Airport

Buochs Airport (LSZC/BXO) is located in Buochs, CH at an elevation of 1,475 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (06/24, 07R/25L), with the longest at 6,561 feet.

Weather Profile

Analysis of 11,029 weather observations shows LSZC maintains VFR conditions 71.9% of the time, with marginal VFR accounting for 16.9% and IFR/LIFR conditions present in 11.2% of reports.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at LSZC come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 4.4 knots. Calm winds are rare (0.7%), so crosswind considerations are a regular factor. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 1.8 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are May, March, April, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from -12°C (10°F) to 27°C (81°F), averaging 6.8°C (44°F). Altimeter settings typically range from 9.83 to 10.31 inHg (333-349 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 11,029 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). 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.