Runways
1 RWY, 2100m/6889ft 1 Runway, longest: 2100m/6889ft (paved)
6889ft
Fuel Availability
Truck
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Airport Webcams
Potential hazards:
Rapidly varying wind direction reported.
270V360
2-Hour Trend
No significant change expected
METAR: 30 mins · aviationweather.gov
| Rwy | Cross | Head |
|---|---|---|
| 02 | ● →L 16 kt | 9 kt ↑ |
| 20 | ● ←R 16 kt | 9 kt ↓ |
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB30 IFR
Reduced visibility or low ceiling conditions.
BR
Wind shear or significant gust spread.
28020G40KT
Wind shear or significant gust spread.
28020G40KT
High probability of severe conditions in the forecast.
PROB40 LIFR
Thunderstorm activity expected or reported.
CB
METAR LFRH 081000Z AUTO 32018G31KT 270V360 9999 SCT015 SCT070 BKN230 18/16 Q1010 NOSIG TAF AMD LFRH 080726Z 0807/0906 22015G30KT 9999 BKN022 TEMPO 0807/0810 28020G40KT 3000 RA BKN008 PROB40 TEMPO 0807/0810 1300 +RA BKN005 BKN010TCU BECMG 0809/0811 32015G28KT BECMG 0814/0816 32010KT PROB30 TEMPO 0904/0906 4000 BR
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.