Okara Cantonment Airstrip

OPOK

Okara, PK

Last Updated
May 15, 17:00Z

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Showing weather from nearby airport with METAR data.

Currently using: OPFA
Weather Source: Faisalabad International Airport (OPFA)
Distance: 42nm / 78km from OPOK

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 13 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
310°
4 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPFA 151700Z 31005KT 4000 FU SCT040 BKN100 28/19 Q1004 TEMPO 31015G30KT 1000 TSRA FEW030CB

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 568 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,568 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,568 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,568 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Okara Cantonment Airstrip is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 5 knots. Runway 36 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-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. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C, indicating moderate moisture 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: Haze, Thunderstorm Rain, Smoke. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 14:00Z and 18:00Z.

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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
985 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (568 ft)
Pressure Alt
846 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,542 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OPFA 151100Z 1512/1618 31006KT 5000 HZ SCT040 SCT100 TX37/1610Z TN24/1600Z PROB30 TEMPO 1514/1518 31015G25KT 1500 TSRA FEW30CB SCT040 BKN100 FM151800 05008KT 4000 FU SCT100 FM160500 05006KT 5000 HZ SCT100 FM161400 05006KT 4000 FU NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
18:00Z FM151800
+1h
IFR 50° 8 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke
05:00Z FM160500
+12h
MVFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
POK
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
10,995 ft 80 ft ASP 180°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Okara Cantonment Airstrip - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPOK
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 568 ft MSL

Location

City: Okara
Country: PK
Latitude: 30.740999°
Longitude: 73.357697°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 10,995 ft
Width: 80 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Okara Cantonment Airstrip

Okara Cantonment Airstrip (OPOK) is located in Okara, PK at an elevation of 568 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 10,995 feet.

Airport Overview

Okara Cantonment Airstrip serves Okara in PK. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 10,995 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OPOK, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.