Gautam Buddha International Airport

VNBW / BWA

Siddharthanagar (Bhairahawa), NP

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:30Z

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Currently using: VEGK
Weather Source: Gorakhpur Airport (VEGK)
Distance: 46nm / 85km from VNBW

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 57 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 28°C
6 kt
90°
6 km
Visibility
25,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
998 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEGK 042130Z 09006KT 6000 FEW025 BKN250 31/28 Q0998 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 358 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,858 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,358 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Gautam Buddha International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 25,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 6 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 25000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 28°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
998 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (358 ft)
Pressure Alt
816 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,822 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEGK 041530Z 0500/0512 VRB02KT 4000 BR FEW030 SCT100 BECMG 0505/0507 10010KT SCT030 TEMPO 0510/0512 09010G20KT 3000 TSRA SCT030 FEW030CB BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:26Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Mist
05:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 100° 10 kt
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
IFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NBW
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 99°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gautam Buddha International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNBW
IATA Code: BWA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 358 ft MSL

Location

City: Siddharthanagar (Bhairahawa)
Country: NP
Latitude: 27.505328°
Longitude: 83.412594°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Gautam Buddha International Airport

Overview

Gautam Buddha International Airport serves Siddharthanagar in Nepal's Rupandehi District, providing critical aviation infrastructure in the western region of the country. The airport, situated at 358 ft mean sea level, operates a single runway (10/28) measuring 9,843 feet of asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium-sized aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Located at 27.505328N, 83.412594E, the airport experiences typical subtropical climate conditions characteristic of Nepal's lowland Terai region. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations including monsoon periods with increased precipitation and potential reduced visibility during summer months.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned in a relatively flat geographical area, which provides relatively consistent terrain approach characteristics. Its moderate elevation of 358 ft MSL minimizes significant altitude-related performance considerations for most aircraft types.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 provides a standard 9,843 ft asphalt surface, offering substantial landing and takeoff length for medium-sized aircraft. Standard approach procedures should account for the airport's geographical positioning and potential localized wind variations typical of the Terai region.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.