Calais Marck Airport

LFAC / CQF

Calais, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 15:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
15:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
11 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFAC 141530Z AUTO 06011KT 360V080 9999 FEW017 BKN027 OVC040 10/05 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
FEW 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,712 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,712 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,012 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Calais Marck Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 11 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FAC
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
5,036 ft 148 ft ASP 61°
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFAC

11,017 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
62%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
3.4%

Calais Marck Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 62% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 11.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 10.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -4°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 10.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.8%
NE
10.1%
E
9.9%
SE
15.3%
S
20.7%
SW
17.7%
W
12%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 9.6°C
Range: -4°C to 28°C
-4°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.2%

Best Months for VFR

April September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6 kt

Statistics computed from 11,017 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Calais Marck Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFAC
IATA Code: CQF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Calais
Country: FR
Latitude: 50.962101°
Longitude: 1.954760°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 5,036 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Calais Marck Airport

Overview

Calais Marck Airport (LFAC) is a medium-sized airport located in northern France near the Belgian border, positioned at 50.962101, 1.954760. The airport sits at a low elevation of 12 ft mean sea level, serving regional aviation needs in the Calais coastal region.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at LFAC are predominantly VFR, with 63.9% of observations showing good visual flying conditions. The prevailing wind is from the south at 180° with an average speed of 10.8 knots, and pilots can expect temperatures ranging from -4°C to 28°C, with an average of 9.9°C. Notably, September, November, and January offer the best VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 06/24 measuring 5,036 feet with an asphalt surface. Its coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions, with recorded maximum wind speeds reaching 31 knots. The airport experiences minimal fog, with only 0.5% of observations reporting reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Pilots should anticipate an average crosswind of 6.6 knots when approaching. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of VFR conditions make this airport generally accessible for most light and medium aircraft operations.

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

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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.