Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport

LFDN / RCO

Rochefort/Saint-Agnant, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 16:30Z

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Currently using: LFBH
Weather Source: La Rochelle Île de Ré Airport (LFBH)
Distance: 20nm / 36km from LFDN

Military Airport

Restricted

Base aérienne militaire. L'accès civil est restreint sauf autorisation spéciale.

Access Notes:

Bases Aériennes closed to civil traffic; consult SIA France for details

Consult official AIP (SIA France ENR 5.2) for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
16:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
19 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFBH 141630Z AUTO 30019KT 9999 FEW032 SCT042 BKN068 13/06 Q1004 TEMPO 29020G35KT 4500 -SHRA BKN045TCU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 60 ft
FEW 3,200 ft AGL
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 6,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,260 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,260 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,560 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,860 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 19 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 19-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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: Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 19:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (60 ft)
Pressure Alt
338 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 112 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFBH 141100Z 1412/1512 30010KT 9999 FEW020 SCT045 BKN050 TEMPO 1412/1419 29020G35KT TEMPO 1412/1421 4500 -SHRA BKN045TCU PROB30 TEMPO 1415/1418 2000 -TSRA FEW035CB BECMG 1421/1424 36010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:47Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
21:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 360° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FDN
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
7,480 ft 148 ft ASP 123°
19.0 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

Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFDN
IATA Code: RCO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 60 ft MSL

Location

City: Rochefort/Saint-Agnant
Country: FR
Latitude: 45.887798°
Longitude: -0.983056°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 7,480 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport

Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the FR AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Rochefort-Saint-Agnant Airport (LFDN) is a medium-sized airport located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of western France. Situated near the commune of Saint-Agnant, the airport serves the Rochefort area with an elevation of 60 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and coastal location suggest potential for variable wind conditions typical of maritime environments. Pilots should anticipate potential marine layer formations and wind shifts, particularly during seasonal transitional periods.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) with a substantial length of 7,480 feet, constructed with an asphalt surface. Its geographic coordinates at 45.887798, -0.983056 indicate a location in relatively flat terrain, which should provide straightforward approach and departure conditions for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

The runway's orientation of 12/30 suggests potential utility for both northeasterly and southwesterly wind approaches. Pilots should conduct standard wind assessment and utilize the full runway length when planning arrivals and departures, taking advantage of the airport's generous 7,480-foot asphalt surface.

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.