Le Thou Airfield
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 11h 2m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Le Thou Airfield
Le Thou Airfield is a small airport in France. It sits at an elevation of 89 ft (27 m). It observes Europe/Paris local time. The nearest airport is Courçon Eol'Aunis Airfield (FR-0936), about 10.8 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTA BORDEAUX | Class D | CTA | FL145 | FL195 |
| CTA NANTES A | Class D | CTA | FL115 | FL195 |
| TMA LAROCHELLE 1 | Class D | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | FL115 |
| TMA LAROCHELLE 2.1 | Class D | TMA | 2000 ft MSL | 3000 ft MSL |
| TMA LAROCHELLE 2.2 | Class D | TMA | 3000 ft MSL | FL115 |
| SIV NANTES 4 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
| LF-R49A1 COGNAC | Special use | Restricted | 4000 ft MSL | FL065 |
| LF-R49H1 COGNAC | Special use | Restricted | FL065 | FL195 |
| FIR LFBB | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| LF-R49L1 COGNAC | Special use | Restricted | 3000 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| FIR LFRR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL195 |
| SIV AQUITAINE 2 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
| SIV LA ROCHELLE 1 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
| SIV LA ROCHELLE 2 | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL115 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all France airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 5.6 nm | 264° | Compulsory |
| SA | 7.2 nm | 287° | Compulsory |
| E | 7.8 nm | 333° | Compulsory |
| EA | 9.7 nm | 317° | Compulsory |
| NA | 12.7 nm | 315° | Compulsory |
| N | 14.3 nm | 332° | Compulsory |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 259 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 115 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 138 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 85 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 92 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Le Thou Airfield.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Le Thou Airfield located?
Le Thou Airfield is small airport located in France, at an elevation of 89 ft (27 m).
What time zone is Le Thou Airfield in?
Le Thou Airfield is in the Europe/Paris time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Le Thou Airfield?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Le Thou Airfield is approximately 1.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Le Thou Airfield?
The nearest airport to Le Thou Airfield is Courçon Eol'Aunis Airfield (FR-0936), about 10.8 nm to the nne, followed by La Rochelle Île de Ré Airport and Rochefort-Saint-Agnant (BA 721) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Le Thou Airfield data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.