Aktion National Airport

LGPZ / PVK

Preveza, GR

Last Updated
May 14, 17:50Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 42 min ago
17:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
10 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LGPZ 141750Z 24010KT 9999 SCT030 18/14 Q1007

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 11 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,011 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aktion National Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 10 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 14°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 19:00Z and 02:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Rain between 20:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 02:00Z 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LGPZ 141700Z 1418/1518 25010KT 9999 FEW018 SCT030 TEMPO 1419/1502 VRB03KT PROB40 TEMPO 1420/1512 5000 RA FEW018TCU BKN020 TEMPO 1502/1508 08008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR VRB 3 kt
20:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Rain
02:00Z TEMPO
+8h
VFR 80° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPZ
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
9,419 ft 148 ft ASP 68°
10.0 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 - LGPZ

10,064 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.4%
MVFR
4.2%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Aktion National Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.9 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 19.4% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 32°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 19.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.2%
NE
25.9%
E
17.1%
SE
2.9%
S
7%
SW
4.3%
W
19.1%
NW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 15.5°C
Range: 1°C to 32°C
1°C 32°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

April May March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,064 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aktion National Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LGPZ
IATA Code: PVK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 11 ft MSL

Location

City: Preveza
Country: GR
Latitude: 38.925499°
Longitude: 20.765301°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,419 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aktion National Airport

Overview

Aktion National Airport serves the Preveza region in western Greece, positioned strategically near the Ionian Sea. As a medium-sized airport with a substantial 9,419 ft runway, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and commercial operations in northwestern Greece.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences exceptionally consistent VFR conditions, with 95.6% of observations indicating clear flying weather. Prevailing northeast winds at an average of 7.9 knots create stable atmospheric conditions, with temperature ranges from 1°C to 32°C offering predictable thermal characteristics for pilots.

Notable Features

Located at a low elevation of 11 ft mean sea level, Aktion National Airport presents minimal terrain challenges for approaching aircraft. The airport's geographic position near the Ionian coastline suggests potential maritime weather influences, though the data indicates remarkably stable visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.6 knots. September, November, and December represent the optimal months for VFR operations, offering pilots consistently favorable flying conditions with minimal meteorological interference.

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.