Balaklava Airport

YBVA

, AU

Last Updated
Jul 4, 21:00Z

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Currently using: YPAD
Weather Source: Adelaide International Airport (YPAD)
Distance: 52nm / 97km from YBVA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
21:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
5°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 5°C
4 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
4,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPAD 042100Z 12004KT 080V160 9999 FEW018 BKN045 05/05 Q1035

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
BKN 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,800 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Balaklava Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 5°C (41°F) with a dewpoint of 5°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 28 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Shallow Fog.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YPAD 042017Z 0420/0600 VRB03KT 9999 MIFG SCT040 FM042300 15005KT 9999 NSW SCT040 FM050300 10010KT 9999 SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Shallow Fog
23:00Z FM042300
+2h
VFR 150° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z FM050300
+6h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BVA
13
31 ✈️
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 31
2,982 ft 0 ft X
3.9 kt 0.7 kt
170° angle
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
3,986 ft 0 ft X
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Balaklava Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBVA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -34.090958°
Longitude: 138.339801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 2,982 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: X
ILS: No
Runway 18/36
Length: 3,986 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: X
ILS: No

About Balaklava Airport

Balaklava Airport (YBVA) is located in , AU . The airport has 2 runways (13/31, 18/36), with the longest at 3,986 feet.

Airport Overview

Balaklava Airport serves in AU. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (13/31, 18/36) with x surface. The longest runway measures 3,986 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CASA 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 Australian AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from YBVA, 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.