Tachileik Airport

VYTL / THL

Tachileik, MM

Last Updated
May 14, 23:00Z

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Currently using: VTCT
Weather Source: Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (VTCT)
Distance: 32nm / 59km from VYTL

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 49 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
0 kt
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCT 142300Z 00000KT 8000 -RA FEW010 SCT030 24/24 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,280 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,280 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,280 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tachileik Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,000 ft, scattered at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 20:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 07:00Z and 17:00Z.

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. 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
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
965 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,280 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,438 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,825 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.6°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTCT 141700Z 1418/1524 24005KT 9999 SCT040 TEMPO 1420/1505 25010G20KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB BKN025 BECMG 1504/1506 18005KT TEMPO 1507/1517 20010G20KT 4000 TSRA FEW020CB BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:48Z BASE
+0h
VFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 180° 5 kt
07:00Z TEMPO
+8h
IFR 200° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YTL
04
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 7,002 ft 102 ft BIT 37°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
37° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tachileik Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VYTL
IATA Code: THL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,280 ft MSL

Location

City: Tachileik
Country: MM
Latitude: 20.483801°
Longitude: 99.935402°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,002 ft
Width: 102 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Tachileik Airport

Overview

Tachileik Airport serves the eastern border region of Myanmar, situated near Thailand at an elevation of 1280 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 20.483801, 99.935402, this medium-sized airport supports regional transportation and cross-border connectivity in a strategically important area of Southeast Asia.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 1280 feet MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment that can experience variable weather conditions typical of the Myanmar-Thailand border region. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal wind shifts and be prepared for potential thermal variations due to the airport's geographic positioning.

Notable Features

The single runway 04/22 provides a substantial 7002-foot bituminous surface, offering adequate length for most regional aircraft operations. The airport's location near international borders suggests potential complexity in airspace management and navigation considerations for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22's orientation indicates potential wind alignment variations that pilots must assess during pre-flight planning. The 7002-foot runway length provides operational flexibility for most medium-sized aircraft, with approach considerations dependent on specific aircraft performance characteristics and current meteorological conditions.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.