Bacău George Enescu International Airport

LRBC / BCM

Bacău, RO

Last Updated
Jul 4, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
11 kt
360°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LRBC 041130Z 36011KT 330V030 9999 FEW068 24/09 Q1015

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 607 ft
FEW 6,800 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,407 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bacău George Enescu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 6,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (360°) at 11 knots. Runway 34 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 6,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 20 knots. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

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 LRBC 040800Z 0409/0418 35016KT 9999 SCT060 PROB40 TEMPO 0409/0414 01020G30KT BECMG 0416/0418 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 350° 16 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBC
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
8,203 ft 262 ft CON 165°
10.3 kt 3.8 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 - LRBC

13,432 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
63.4%
MVFR
14.8%
IFR
8.1%
LIFR
13.7%

Bacău George Enescu International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 63.4% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 21.8% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -13°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 10.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are July, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
2.4%
N
32.8%
S
25.4%
W
4.7%
NE
4.9%
NW
13.9%
SE
9.4%
SW
2%

Temperature Range

Average: 8.5°C
Range: -13°C to 36°C
-13°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 10.4%

Best Months for VFR

July May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 13,432 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bacău George Enescu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LRBC
IATA Code: BCM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 607 ft MSL

Location

City: Bacău
Country: RO
Latitude: 46.521900°
Longitude: 26.910299°
Time Zone: Europe/Athens

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,203 ft
Width: 262 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bacău George Enescu International Airport

Overview

Bacău George Enescu International Airport serves the eastern Romanian city of Bacău, positioned at 46.521900, 26.910299. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 607 feet MSL, it provides critical regional aviation infrastructure supporting transportation needs in Moldova and eastern Romania.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) conditions present 51.5% of the time. Pilots should anticipate potential instrument meteorological conditions, as MVFR and IFR conditions combine for 30.5% of observations, with LIFR conditions occurring 18% of the time. Temperature ranges from -13°C to 27°C, requiring careful preflight planning and potential thermal considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 16/34 extends 8,203 feet with a concrete surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. Prevailing winds from the south (180°) average 7.4 knots, with maximum recorded speeds of 29 knots and calm conditions occurring 5.9% of the time. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal low-visibility events.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 2 knots. Pilots will find September, October, and January statistically offer the best VFR conditions. Fog occurs in 12.5% of observations, suggesting potential low-visibility challenges during certain periods.

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.