Bhilai Airport

VA1E

, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 07:30Z

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Currently using: VEBU
Weather Source: Bilaspur Airport (VEBU)
Distance: 58nm / 108km from VA1E

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
5 kt
180°
5 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBU 150730Z 18005KT 5000 HZ SCT020 BKN090 30/20 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,014 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,014 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,014 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bhilai Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,014 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,292 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,335 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A1E
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
3,900 ft 95 ft ASP 44°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bhilai Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VA1E
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,014 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 21.294201°
Longitude: 81.379501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 3,900 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bhilai Airport

Bhilai Airport (VA1E) is located in , IN at an elevation of 1,014 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 3,900 feet.

Airport Overview

Bhilai Airport serves in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (04/22) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,900 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from VA1E, 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.