Aviano Air Base

LIPA / AVB

Aviano (PN), IT

Last Updated
May 15, 06:55Z

Military Airport

Restricted

Aeroporto militare dell'Aeronautica Militare. L'accesso civile è generalmente limitato.

Access Notes:

Aeronautica Militare bases generally restricted

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
06:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
9 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPA 150655Z 02009KT 9999 FEW025 BKN100 12/09 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 410 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,910 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,410 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Aviano Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 9 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LIPA 150500Z 1506/1515 VRB03KT 9999 BKN030 BKN060 BECMG 1509/1511 7000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:30Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR
Visibility: 7 km
Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPA
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,551 ft 144 ft ASP 48°
7.8 kt 4.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPA

6,357 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.2%
MVFR
8.4%
IFR
4.9%
LIFR
1.5%

Aviano Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.2% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from -7°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 1.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.4%
NE
28%
E
12.8%
SE
5.6%
S
14.3%
SW
10%
W
4.1%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.1°C
Range: -7°C to 28°C
-7°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.8%

Best Months for VFR

April September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,357 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aviano Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPA
IATA Code: AVB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 410 ft MSL

Location

City: Aviano (PN)
Country: IT
Latitude: 46.031898°
Longitude: 12.596503°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,551 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Aviano Air Base

Aviano Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Aviano Air Base (LIPA) is a medium-sized military airport located in northeastern Italy near the town of Aviano in Pordenone province. Positioned at 410 feet above mean sea level with coordinates 46.031898, 12.596503, the base serves as a strategic United States Air Force installation in the European theater.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Aviano are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 89% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from -7°C to 28°C, averaging 10.3°C, which provides relatively stable flying conditions. Wind patterns are consistent, predominantly from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 3.9 knots and maximum gusts reaching 15 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 8,551 feet with an asphalt surface. Its geographical location in northern Italy suggests proximity to Alpine terrain, which could introduce complex local wind and visibility conditions. The prevailing wind direction provides consistent runway alignment advantages, with the runway experiencing favorable wind conditions 100% of the time.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of reduced visibility. September, January, and October represent the most consistently favorable VFR months. The runway experiences a minimal average crosswind of 1.8 knots, facilitating straightforward approach and landing procedures.

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.