Coimbatore Air Force Station

VOSX

Sulur, IN

Last Updated
May 14, 14:30Z

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Currently using: VOCB
Weather Source: Coimbatore International Airport (VOCB)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from VOSX

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
14:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
7 kt
220°
4 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOCB 141430Z 22007KT 4000 BR SCT012 FEW020CB BKN080 25/22 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,250 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,450 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,250 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Coimbatore Air Force Station is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 7 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Light DZ/BR, Mist. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 18:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
965 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,250 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,438 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,938 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOCB 141100Z 1412/1518 23010KT 5000 -DZ/BR FEW012 SCT080 TEMPO 1412/1418 FEW012 FEW020TCU/CB SCT080 TEMPO 1500/1503 3000 BR BECMG 1503/1504 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
14:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Light DZ/BR
00:00Z TEMPO
+10h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OSX
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
8,255 ft 148 ft ASP 48°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Coimbatore Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOSX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,250 ft MSL

Location

City: Sulur
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.013600°
Longitude: 77.159698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,255 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coimbatore Air Force Station

Coimbatore Air Force 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.

Coimbatore Air Force Station (VOSX) is located in Sulur, IN at an elevation of 1,250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 8,255 feet.

Airport Overview

Coimbatore Air Force Station serves Sulur in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 8,255 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 VOSX, 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.