Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

LOWL / LNZ

Linz, AT

Last Updated
May 14, 14:50Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
14:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
9°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
4,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LOWL 141450Z AUTO 10006KT 070V130 9999 -RA FEW038 SCT042 BKN048 09/07 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 980 ft
FEW 3,800 ft AGL
SCT 4,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,780 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,180 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,780 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 6 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4800 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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: Light Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Light Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions with Showers Rain between 12:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 03:00Z and 07:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
968 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (980 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,348 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 863 ft
ISA Deviation: -4.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LOWL 141115Z 1412/1512 20010KT 9999 BKN050 TX12/1512Z TN06/1501Z TEMPO 1412/1420 -SHRA PROB40 TEMPO 1412/1416 SHRA BECMG 1419/1421 VRB05KT TEMPO 1503/1507 4000 -RA BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:09Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 5,000 ft
19:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR VRB 5 kt
03:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Light Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OWL
07H
25H
08 ✈️
26
08E ✈️
26E

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07H/25H 0 ft 0 ft GRS
1.0 kt 5.9 kt
100° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
9,843 ft 197 ft ASP 87°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 08E/26E
Active: 08E
2,165 ft 148 ft GRS 87°
5.6 kt 2.1 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 - LOWL

11,113 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.3%
MVFR
16.4%
IFR
12.2%
LIFR
14%

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 26.2% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 27 kt
Calm Winds: 0.4%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.8%
NE
5.8%
E
33.5%
SE
4.6%
S
2%
SW
11%
W
32.4%
NW
7.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 5.8°C
Range: -13°C to 28°C
-13°C 28°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May April March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07H/25H
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt
Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt
Runway 08E/26E
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 11,113 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LOWL
IATA Code: LNZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 980 ft MSL

Location

City: Linz
Country: AT
Latitude: 48.233200°
Longitude: 14.187500°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 07H/25H
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08E/26E
Length: 2,165 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

About Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base

Linz-Hörsching Airport / Vogler Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the AT AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Linz-Hörsching Airport serves the Linz metropolitan area in Austria as a medium-sized airport with military and civilian operations. Located at 980 ft MSL near 48.233200, 14.187500, the airport features three runways accommodating diverse aviation requirements.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences significant weather variability, with VFR conditions occurring 46.4% of the time and instrument conditions (IFR/LIFR) present 35.8% of observations. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, with an average of 4.5°C, and prevailing easterly winds at 6.2 knots with occasional gusts up to 27 knots.

Notable Features

All three runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind alignment, with minimal average crosswind components between 1.9-2.4 knots. The primary paved runway (08/26) offers substantial length at 9,843 ft, providing flexible operational capabilities for different aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

October, September, and January represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for arrivals and departures. Pilots should anticipate potential reduced visibility during the 14.4% of observations with fog, and prepare for instrument conditions that occur in nearly 36% of recorded weather scenarios.

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

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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.