Pathein Airport

VYPN / BSX

Pathein, MM

Last Updated
May 14, 22:00Z

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Currently using: VYYY
Weather Source: Yangon International Airport (VYYY)
Distance: 78nm / 144km from VYPN

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
2 kt
140°
5 km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VYYY 142200Z 14002KT 5000 -RA BKN012 FEW015CB OVC090 26/26 Q1005 BECMG 5000 DZ

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 20 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 9,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,220 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,520 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,020 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Pathein Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 9,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1200 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

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.

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
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (20 ft)
Pressure Alt
268 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,593 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VYYY 141700Z 1418/1518 20004KT 7000 BKN015 FEW020CB OVC100 TX33/1508 TN24/1423 TEMPO 1418/1424 22006KT 5000 -RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 200° 4 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YPN
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
4,400 ft 100 ft CON 64°
0.3 kt 2.0 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pathein Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VYPN
IATA Code: BSX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 20 ft MSL

Location

City: Pathein
Country: MM
Latitude: 16.815201°
Longitude: 94.779900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 4,400 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Pathein Airport

Pathein Airport (VYPN/BSX) is located in Pathein, MM at an elevation of 20 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 4,400 feet.

Airport Overview

Pathein Airport serves Pathein in MM. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (06/24) with con surface. The longest runway measures 4,400 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 VYPN, 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.