INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station

VOAR

Arakkonam, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
150°
6 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOAR 150830Z 15006KT 6000 FEW016 SCT020 OVC080 31/24 Q1003 TEMPO DZ

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 265 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,865 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,265 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 6 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 6-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 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. 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 30 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: Haze, Light Thunderstorm RA/RA, HZ/BR, Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm RA/RA between 08:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z 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 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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (265 ft)
Pressure Alt
573 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,557 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOAR 150500Z 1506/1612 05010KT 4500 HZ SCT020 BKN080 BECMG 1507/1508 6000 TEMPO 1508/1512 06010G20KT 3800 -TSRA/RA SCT014 FEW025TCU/CB BKN080 BECMG 1513/1514 4500 HZ/BR BECMG 1517/1519 VRB02KT 3400 BR BECMG 1602/1604 07010KT 4500 HZ BECMG 1607/1608 6000 TEMPO 1608/1612 07010G25KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:44Z BASE
+0h
IFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 4.5 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Haze
13:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 4.5 km
HZ/BR
17:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 3.4 km
Mist

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OAR
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
13,460 ft 155 ft PEM 59°
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOAR

1,696 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
17.7%
IFR
80.1%
LIFR
2.2%

INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 82.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 57 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 40°C with an average of 28.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 57 kt
Calm Winds: 6.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.5%
NE
26.5%
E
18.1%
SE
7.1%
S
11.2%
SW
12.1%
W
4.8%
NW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.2°C
Range: 17°C to 40°C
17°C 40°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,696 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOAR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 265 ft MSL

Location

City: Arakkonam
Country: IN
Latitude: 13.071200°
Longitude: 79.691200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 13,460 ft
Width: 155 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station

INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station (VOAR) is located in Arakkonam, IN at an elevation of 265 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 13,460 feet.

Weather Profile

VOAR is weather-challenged, with VFR conditions just 0% of the time across 1,696 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 82.3% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VOAR come from the NE (45°) with an average speed of 7.5 knots and recorded gusts up to 57 knots. Runway 06/24 offers the lowest average crosswind component at 3.3 knots, making it the preferred choice in typical wind conditions.

Seasonal Considerations

The best months for VFR operations are January, February, March, when clear skies are most prevalent. Temperatures at the field range from 17°C (63°F) to 40°C (104°F), averaging 28.2°C (83°F). High temperatures can significantly impact aircraft performance through increased density altitude. Altimeter settings typically range from 10.01 to 10.2 inHg (339-345 hPa).

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Weather statistics derived from 1,696 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). 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.