INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station

VOAR

Arakkonam, IN

Last Updated
Jul 3, 09:30Z

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
Stale 20 hours ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
13 kt
250° G18 kt
6 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOAR 030930Z 25013G18KT 6000 CLOUDY FEW020 OVC080 35/20 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 265 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 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. Note: This observation is 20.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 13 knots with gusts to 18 knots. Runway 24 is favored with a 13-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component (gusting to 3 knots crosswind).

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 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating relatively dry 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 RA/DZ. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light RA/DZ between 11:00Z and 15:00Z.

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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
996 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (265 ft)
Pressure Alt
513 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,977 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOAR 030500Z 0306/0412 25010G20KT 4500 HZ FEW020 BKN080 BECMG 0306/0308 6000 TEMPO 0311/0315 30010G25KT 3400 -RA/DZ SCT018 BKN080 BECMG 0313/0314 4500 HZ BECMG 0315/0317 24008KT BECMG 0406/0408 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:56Z BASE
+0h
IFR 250° 10 kt
Visibility: 4.5 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Haze
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

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°
12.8 kt 2.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VOAR

2,841 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
26%
IFR
72.7%
LIFR
1.3%

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 74% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 7.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 57 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 41°C with an average of 30°C. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 7.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 57 kt
Calm Winds: 4.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.9%
N
6.3%
S
9.2%
W
23.9%
NE
16.2%
NW
5.2%
SE
5.1%
SW
17.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 30°C
Range: 17°C to 41°C
17°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

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

Statistics computed from 2,841 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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 2,841 observations. IFR/LIFR conditions are present 74% of the time, making an instrument rating essential for reliable access.

Wind Patterns & Runway Selection

Prevailing winds at VOAR come from the W (270°) with an average speed of 7.6 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 41°C (106°F), averaging 30°C (86°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 2,841 official METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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.