Taiyuan Wusu International Airport

ZBYN / TYN

Taiyuan, CN

Last Updated
May 15, 08:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 15 min ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
12 kt
60°
10+ km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBYN 150830Z 06006MPS 9999 FEW040TCU BKN040 26/16 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,575 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,575 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,575 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (60°) at 12 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 4,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Haze.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
926 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,575 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,613 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,551 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZBYN 150301Z 1506/1606 20004MPS 5000 HZ NSC TX30/1507Z TN15/1521Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BYN
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
10,500 ft 148 ft CON 127°
4.1 kt 11.3 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZBYN

11,100 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
73.1%
MVFR
18.6%
IFR
7.6%
LIFR
0.7%

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 73.1% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 8.3% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -15°C to 33°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are May, April, February.

Temperature Range

Average: 7.3°C
Range: -15°C to 33°C
-15°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

May April February

Statistics computed from 11,100 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBYN
IATA Code: TYN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,575 ft MSL

Location

City: Taiyuan
Country: CN
Latitude: 37.746899°
Longitude: 112.627998°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 10,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Taiyuan Wusu International Airport

Overview

Taiyuan Wusu International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in Shanxi Province, located in the northern part of China. The airport operates as a large international facility supporting commercial and potentially military aviation activities. Situated at an elevation of 2,575 feet mean sea level, the airport provides strategic transportation infrastructure for the Taiyuan metropolitan region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,575 feet MSL suggests potential considerations for aircraft performance, particularly during warmer months or with high-altitude density effects. Pilots should anticipate potential temperature and pressure altitude variations that could impact takeoff and landing performance. The airport's geographic location in northern China indicates potential for significant seasonal weather variations.

Notable Features

The primary runway (13/31) is a substantial 10,500 feet long with a concrete surface, capable of supporting large commercial aircraft operations. Its significant length provides operational flexibility for various aircraft types and weights. The airport's geographic coordinates (37.746899, 112.627998) place it in a region with potentially complex terrain and regional meteorological characteristics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31's orientation suggests potential wind alignment and approach considerations for arriving and departing aircraft. Pilots should carefully review current meteorological conditions and assess wind direction relative to runway heading. The extensive runway length of 10,500 feet offers considerable margin for most commercial aircraft operational requirements.

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.