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IFRRatnagiri Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 7,000 feet and 3 km visibility. Note: This observation is 17.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (270°) at 14 knots with gusts to 30 knots. The significant gust spread of 16 knots may cause challenging turbulence on approach. Runway 23 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component (gusting to 19 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 7000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.
Pilot Recommendations
An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. Gusty conditions may exceed demonstrated crosswind components for many general aviation aircraft. Check your aircraft's limitations. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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6,890 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 43° |
↑ 10.7 kt
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↔ 9.0 kt
40° angle
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Ratnagiri Airport - Airport Information
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About Ratnagiri Airport
Overview
Ratnagiri Airport serves the coastal region of Maharashtra, India, providing connectivity to the important Konkan coastal area. Located at coordinates 17.013599, 73.327797, this medium-sized airport offers crucial regional transportation infrastructure at an elevation of 305 feet above mean sea level.
Flying Conditions
As a coastal airport, Ratnagiri experiences significant maritime weather influences with potential variable wind conditions. The airport's elevation of 305 ft MSL indicates a relatively low-altitude environment that may experience humidity and sea-level meteorological characteristics typical of western Indian coastal regions.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 6,890 feet in length with an asphalt surface. Its geographical positioning suggests potential terrain variations and coastal landscape interactions that pilots should carefully assess during approach and departure operations.
Approach Considerations
Runway 05/23 provides a substantial 6,890-foot operational length, accommodating most regional and medium-sized aircraft types. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime wind patterns that could influence approach and landing procedures, particularly during seasonal weather transitions.
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