Vilar de Luz Airfield

LPVL

Maia, PT

Last Updated
May 15, 10:00Z

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Currently using: LPPR
Weather Source: Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (LPPR)
Distance: 8nm / 14km from LPVL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LPPR 151000Z 33011KT 300V360 9999 FEW028 BKN040 16/11 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 762 ft
FEW 2,800 ft AGL
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,562 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,762 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Vilar de Luz Airfield is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 11 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 2 to 18 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 11:00Z and 20:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 LPPR 150500Z 1506/1606 35007KT 9999 SCT030 BECMG 1509/1511 34015KT TEMPO 1511/1520 34018G30KT BECMG 1520/1522 36008KT CAVOK BECMG 1600/1602 VRB02KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:27Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 340° 18 kt
20:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 360° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVL
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
5,606 ft 98 ft ASP 155°
10.8 kt 1.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Vilar de Luz Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LPVL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 762 ft MSL

Location

City: Maia
Country: PT
Latitude: 41.277290°
Longitude: -8.516209°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,606 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Vilar de Luz Airfield

Overview

Vilar de Luz Airfield is a medium-sized airport located in Maia, Portugal, serving the greater Porto metropolitan area. Situated at an elevation of 762 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potential general aviation activities in northern Portugal.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 762 ft MSL suggests potential for variable wind conditions typical of the Portuguese coastal region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods between maritime and continental air masses.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (16/34) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,606 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates (41.277290, -8.516209) place it in a relatively accessible location near urban infrastructure, which may influence local atmospheric conditions and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

With a runway oriented at 16/34, pilots should prepare for approaches that align with the predominant wind directions in the Maia region. The substantial runway length of 5,606 feet provides significant operational flexibility for various aircraft categories and approach 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

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.