Ghedi Air Base

LIPL

Ghedi (BS), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 22:55Z

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 54 min ago
22:55Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
3 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPL 142255Z 09003KT 9999 SCT022 SCT070 11/11 Q0999

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 333 ft
SCT 2,200 ft AGL
SCT 7,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,533 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,333 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ghedi Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,200 ft, scattered at 7,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 11°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 9 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 20:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIPL 141700Z 1418/1503 08010KT 9999 SCT040 SCT060 TEMPO 1418/1420 5000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPL
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
9,813 ft 148 ft ASP 135°
2.3 kt 1.9 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIPL

10,456 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.9%
MVFR
14.5%
IFR
18%
LIFR
8.5%

Ghedi Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 4.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 29°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, May, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 4.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 1.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
8%
NE
17.8%
E
18.5%
SE
8.6%
S
6.6%
SW
11.2%
W
19.5%
NW
8.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.1°C
Range: -6°C to 29°C
-6°C 29°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6.7%

Best Months for VFR

April May September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,456 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ghedi Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 333 ft MSL

Location

City: Ghedi (BS)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.432551°
Longitude: 10.268612°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 9,813 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ghedi Air Base

Ghedi 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

Ghedi Air Base is a medium-sized airport located in the Lombardy region of northern Italy, situated near the city of Brescia. The base serves primarily military aviation operations, positioned at an elevation of 333 feet above mean sea level. Its strategic location in the Po Valley provides an important infrastructure for Italian Air Force activities.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Ghedi exhibit significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) prevalent in 53.5% of observations. Instrument meteorological conditions occur in 31.8% of cases, with IFR and LIFR conditions combined. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 29°C, creating diverse flying environments throughout the year, with September, October, and November offering the most consistently favorable VFR conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (13/31) extending 9,813 feet, constructed with asphalt surface. Winds predominantly originate from the west (270°) at an average speed of 3.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. The airport experiences minimal calm wind conditions, with only 1% of observations showing no wind movement.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31 demonstrates optimal wind alignment, with favorable wind conditions in 100% of observations. The average crosswind is minimal at 2.4 knots, providing relatively straightforward approach and landing scenarios. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles, with fog present in only 9.8% of observations and rarely restricting operations below 3 miles visibility.

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.