Runways
2 RWY, 2403m/7883ft 2 Runways, longest: 2403m/7883ft (paved)
Fuel Availability
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Potential hazards:
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
900m
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
FG
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
VV///
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
VV000
2-Hour Trend
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
METAR: 42 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 07 | ←R 3 kt | 3 kt ↑ |
| 20 | →L 4 kt | 1 kt ↑ |
| 02 | ←R 4 kt | 1 kt ↓ |
| 25 | →L 3 kt | 3 kt ↓ |
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 IFR
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB30 FG
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 LIFR
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BKN001
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
METAR LFRH 150800Z AUTO 12004KT 0900 R25/1300U R07/1400U FG VV/// 16/16 Q1023 TEMPO 3000 BR BKN001 TAF LFRH 150500Z 1506/1606 VRB05KT 9999 OVC003 PROB40 TEMPO 1506/1510 3000 BR BKN001 PROB30 TEMPO 1506/1509 0600 FG VV/// PROB40 TEMPO 1510/1515 2000 DZ BKN005 BECMG 1518/1520 BKN015 TEMPO 1601/1606 BKN014
Additional information
⚠️ PPR Required
Prior permission required for landing
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Lorient (LFRH) operates as a military airfield with a civilian terminal. PPR is required for Civil IFR and all military flights, while Civil VFR requirements are unclear; in practice, PPR is routinely requested via ban_lannbihoue.cla@marine.defense.gouv.fr and is generally granted without difficulty. Customs requires a separate email notification. Procedures are straightforward, but the runway has cables at both ends; taxiing over them is permitted, but caution is advised. After landing, aircraft are expected to call clear of the runway, stop, and then switch to Ground frequency. The main civilian taxiway A is obscured from the tower as it passes through wooded areas.
The small terminal hosts about five car hire companies. The brasserie may not always be open. Parking on the civilian apron can be limited, particularly during busy periods; the local aeroclub (http://www.aeroclub-region-lorient.com/) offers additional parking options inside its compound when space is unavailable on the main apron.
Avgas availability is unreliable and often unavailable for visitors; local club fuel pumps are visible but not accessible to non-members. Refueling may require a flight to nearby airfields such as Vannes or Belle-Île.
Example: landing and five-hour stop fee about €30.
Customs arrangements require advance notice by email. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.