Istrana Air Base

LIPS

Istrana (TV), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 14:55Z

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
Aging 1 hour ago
14:55Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
10 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIPS 141455Z 06010KT 9999 SCT040 BKN090 12/10 Q1000

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 137 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,137 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,137 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Istrana Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 10 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 10°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. 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. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 15:00Z and 19:00Z.

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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Raw TAF
TAF LIPS 141400Z 1415/1424 06012KT 9999 SCT025 BKN050 PROB40 TEMPO 1415/1419 3000 SHRA FEW015CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPS
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
9,816 ft 105 ft ASP 82°
9.4 kt 3.4 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 - LIPS

10,432 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
12.7%
IFR
11.3%
LIFR
7.2%

Istrana Air Base typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 18.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 94 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 30°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 94 kt
Calm Winds: 14.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
17.1%
NE
21.6%
E
17.1%
SE
5.6%
S
6.3%
SW
5.5%
W
6%
NW
5.9%

Temperature Range

Average: 10.3°C
Range: -6°C to 30°C
-6°C 30°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 6%

Best Months for VFR

April September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 10,432 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Istrana Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIPS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 137 ft MSL

Location

City: Istrana (TV)
Country: IT
Latitude: 45.684358°
Longitude: 12.087107°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,816 ft
Width: 105 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Istrana Air Base

Istrana 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

Istrana Air Base (LIPS) is a medium-sized airport located in Veneto, northern Italy near the city of Treviso. Situated at 137 feet mean sea level with coordinates 45.684358, 12.087107, the base serves military and potentially civilian aviation operations. Its single runway 08/26 spans 9,816 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Istrana demonstrate high visual flight rule (VFR) probability at 71.3% of observations. Temperature ranges from -6°C to 30°C with an average of 9.3°C, creating generally stable flying conditions. Wind patterns predominantly come from the northeast at 45 degrees, with an average speed of 4.4 knots and occasional strong gusts up to 94 knots.

Notable Features

The airport experiences calm wind conditions 17.7% of the time, which can impact takeoff and landing procedures. Visibility averages 10 statute miles with minimal occurrences of restricted visibility, and fog is present in only 4% of observations. September, October, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for aviation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Average crosswind is minimal at 2.4 knots, suggesting relatively straightforward approach and landing conditions. Pilots can expect consistent wind and visibility patterns that support safe and predictable flight operations.

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.