Avord (BA 702) Air Base

LFOA

Avord, FR

Last Updated
May 14, 20:30Z

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 10 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
7°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
3 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
4,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LFOA 142030Z AUTO 22003KT 190V280 9999 FEW031/// SCT041/// OVC049/// ///CB 07/06 Q1002 TEMPO 4000 SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 580 ft
FEW 3,100 ft AGL
SCT 4,100 ft AGL
OVC 4,900 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,680 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,680 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,480 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Avord (BA 702) Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4900 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 7°C (45°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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, Mist, Fog. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 25 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 15:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 21:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
983 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (580 ft)
Pressure Alt
918 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 97 ft
ISA Deviation: -6.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LFOA 141400Z 1415/1515 26010KT 9999 FEW025 BKN030 BKN050 TX14/1514Z TN03/1503Z TEMPO 1415/1421 30015G25KT 4000 SHRA SCT020TCU PROB40 TEMPO 1415/1418 35025G40KT 2000 TSRA BKN040CB TEMPO 1421/1501 4000 SHRA SCT030CB TEMPO 1503/1507 3000 BR PROB30 1504/1506 VRB03KT 0800 FG TEMPO 1510/1515 VRB15G25KT 4000 SHRA BKN020CB PROB40 TEMPO 1512/1515 TSRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
21:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Showers Rain
03:00Z TEMPO
+7h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
04:00Z PROB30
+8h
LIFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 0.8 km
Fog

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FOA
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
11,493 ft 148 ft ASP 60°
2.8 kt 1.0 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LFOA

11,271 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
59.9%
MVFR
18.1%
IFR
12.4%
LIFR
9.6%

Avord (BA 702) Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 59.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 22% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -5°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
10.3%
E
18.3%
SE
14.2%
S
13.4%
SW
16.2%
W
15.1%
NW
5.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 10°C
Range: -5°C to 32°C
-5°C 32°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8.2%

Best Months for VFR

April March October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt

Statistics computed from 11,271 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Avord (BA 702) Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LFOA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 580 ft MSL

Location

City: Avord
Country: FR
Latitude: 47.053299°
Longitude: 2.632500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 11,493 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Avord (BA 702) Air Base

Avord (BA 702) Air Base 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

Avord Air Base (LFOA) is a medium-sized military airport located in central France near the town of Avord. Situated at an elevation of 580 feet MSL with coordinates 47.053299, 2.632500, the base features a substantial 11,493-foot asphalt runway (06/24) capable of supporting significant aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Avord demonstrate significant variability, with visual flight rules (VFR) prevailing 52.8% of the time. The airport experiences a temperature range from -5°C to 32°C, with an average of 9.2°C, and predominantly easterly winds averaging 7.4 knots. Fog occurs in 9.9% of observations, with October, January, and November presenting the most favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The runway at Avord (06/24) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with a 100% favorable wind orientation. Crosswind conditions are minimal, averaging just 4 knots, which provides consistent and predictable approach and departure scenarios. The airport's high-quality asphalt surface supports reliable operations across various aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly winds when planning approaches at Avord. The statistical data indicates a low likelihood of extreme wind conditions, with maximum recorded winds at 31 knots and only 2.3% calm periods. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with rare instances of visibility below 3 miles.

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.