Ciudad Real International Airport

LERL / CQM

Ciudad Real, ES

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

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Currently using: LEBA
Weather Source: Córdoba Airport (LEBA)
Distance: 74nm / 136km from LERL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
10 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LEBA 151000Z 24010KT 200V330 9999 FEW045 21/07 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ciudad Real International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 10 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 15 knots. There is a 30% probability of VFR conditions between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

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 LEBA 150800Z 1509/1609 25012KT CAVOK TX28/1515Z TN10/1607Z PROB30 TEMPO 1512/1518 25015G25KT BECMG 1517/1519 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+2h
VFR 250° 15 kt
17:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR VRB 2 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ERL
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
13,123 ft 197 ft concrete
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ciudad Real International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LERL
IATA Code: CQM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Ciudad Real
Country: ES
Latitude: 38.856479°
Longitude: -3.969944°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: concrete
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ciudad Real International Airport

Overview

Ciudad Real International Airport serves the Ciudad Real region in central Spain, positioned at coordinates 38.856479, -3.969944. As a medium-sized airport, it provides infrastructure for various aviation operations in the Castilla-La Mancha autonomous community. The airport features a substantial concrete runway 10/28 measuring 13,123 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Located at sea level (0 ft MSL), Ciudad Real International Airport experiences typical central Spanish continental climate conditions. Pilots can anticipate relatively stable terrain and minimal elevation-related approach challenges. The long runway suggests the airport is designed to accommodate a range of aircraft types with ample landing and takeoff space.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position in central Spain indicates potential for strategic transportation and logistics operations. Its single runway orientation (10/28) means wind conditions will significantly influence approach and departure procedures. The concrete runway construction provides robust surface integrity for consistent aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

With a runway length of 13,123 feet, pilots have extensive maneuvering space for most commercial and cargo aircraft. The runway's substantial length allows for flexible approach strategies and provides significant margin for safe landings across various aircraft types. Wind assessment will be critical for determining optimal runway usage given the single runway configuration.

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.