Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport

LFJL / ETZ

Goin, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
12 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
999 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFJL 141400Z AUTO 23012KT 9999 SCT029/// SCT044/// BKN060/// ///TCU 12/06 Q0999 TEMPO 27015G25KT 4000 SHRA SCT020CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 870 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 2,900 ft AGL
SCT 4,400 ft AGL
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,870 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,770 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,270 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,870 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 12 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°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: Showers Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 22:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions between 06:00Z and 08:00Z.

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
999 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (870 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,298 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,147 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LFJL 141109Z 1412/1512 26010KT 9999 FEW025 BKN040 TEMPO 1412/1422 4000 SHRA SCT020CB PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1417 27015G25KT TSRA BECMG 1417/1419 20005KT PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1508 BKN009 TEMPO 1508/1512 34012KT 4000 SHRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 200° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FJL
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 39°
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

Weather Statistics - LFJL

11,070 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
48%
MVFR
18.9%
IFR
18.1%
LIFR
15%

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 48% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 33.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 9.3 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 14.3% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 9.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.4%
NE
13.7%
E
17.4%
SE
11.9%
S
21%
SW
16.5%
W
7.9%
NW
4.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.2°C
Range: -8°C to 28°C
-8°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 14.3%

Best Months for VFR

April March May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 11,070 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFJL
IATA Code: ETZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 870 ft MSL

Location

City: Goin
Country: FR
Latitude: 48.982101°
Longitude: 6.251320°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport

Overview

Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport serves the northeastern French region, located near Goin with an elevation of 870 feet MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Lorraine metropolitan area, strategically positioned at coordinates 48.982101, 6.251320.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with VFR prevailing at 37.6% of observations and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) accounting for 41.5% of recorded periods. Temperature ranges extensively from -8°C to 28°C, with an average of 7.6°C, indicating potential seasonal challenges for flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 04/22 spans 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a wide range of aircraft. Wind patterns are predominantly southerly at 180°, with an average speed of 9.6 knots and occasional gusts up to 32 knots, which pilots must consider during planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 offers favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of 5.1 knots. October, November, and December represent the most consistent VFR months, providing optimal visual flying conditions with minimal fog occurrence (14.8% of observations).

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.