Simara Airport

VNSI / SIF

Simara, NP

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

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Currently using: VNKT
Weather Source: Tribhuvan International Airport (VNKT)
Distance: 38nm / 70km from VNSI

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
3 kt
70°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VNKT 142230Z 07003KT 7000 FEW015 SCT030 18/18 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 450 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,950 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,450 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Simara Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft, scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
995 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (450 ft)
Pressure Alt
548 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,016 ft
ISA Deviation: +3.9°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NSI
01 ✈️
19

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
3,911 ft 98 ft ASP 11°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Simara Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNSI
IATA Code: SIF
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 450 ft MSL

Location

City: Simara
Country: NP
Latitude: 27.159803°
Longitude: 84.980021°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,911 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Simara Airport

Simara Airport (VNSI/SIF) is located in Simara, NP at an elevation of 450 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 3,911 feet.

Airport Overview

Simara Airport serves Simara in NP. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (01/19) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,911 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 VNSI, 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.