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IFRDera Ghazi Khan Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 3.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Blowing Dust, DSTSRA. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Blowing Dust between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with DSTSRA.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
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6,499 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 180° |
↑ 3.9 kt
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↔ 4.6 kt
50° angle
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About Dera Ghazi Khan Airport
Overview
Dera Ghazi Khan Airport serves the urban center of Dera Ghazi Khan in Punjab, Pakistan, positioned at coordinates 29.961000, 70.485901. As a medium-sized airport situated at 492 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the southern Punjab region. The airport facilitates regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation of 492 feet MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of the Punjab plains. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and local wind patterns characteristic of the region's semi-arid climate. Temperature and wind conditions can significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer months.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalt surface measuring 6,499 feet in length. Its geographic positioning in southern Punjab indicates potential exposure to varied terrain characteristics, including flat plains and potential thermal turbulence. The runway orientation suggests flexibility for different wind conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 18/36's substantial length of 6,499 feet provides adequate landing and takeoff capabilities for medium-sized aircraft. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway's north-south alignment. Standard instrument approach procedures and local meteorological conditions will be critical factors in safe navigation.
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