Bahawalpur Airport

OPBW / BHV

Bahawalpur, PK

Last Updated
May 14, 20:00Z

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Currently using: OPMT
Weather Source: Multan International Airport (OPMT)
Distance: 54nm / 99km from OPBW

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
20:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
130°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPMT 142000Z 13006KT 4000 HZ SCT040 30/15 Q1001 TEMPO 13020G30KT 2000 BLDU

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 392 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,392 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Bahawalpur Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 4.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-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. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Smoke, Blowing Dust, DSTSRA. There is a 30% probability of LIFR conditions with Blowing Dust between 18:00Z and 22:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Smoke between 01:00Z and 05:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with DSTSRA.

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 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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
988 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (392 ft)
Pressure Alt
760 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,654 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +15.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OPMT 141700Z 1418/1524 05010KT 4000 FU FEW040 SCT100 TX40/1510Z TN28/1501Z PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1422 05015G25KT 1500 BLDU SCT04 0 SCT100 TEMPO 1501/1505 05005KT 1500 FU FEW100 TEMPO 1511/151 5 36030GG40KT 0800 DSTSRA FEW030CB SCT040 BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:48Z BASE
+0h
IFR 50° 10 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Smoke
01:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR 50° 5 kt
Visibility: 1.5 km
Smoke
00:48Z TEMPO
+0h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.8 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
DSTSRA

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBW
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
9,345 ft 98 ft ASP 78°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bahawalpur Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPBW
IATA Code: BHV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 392 ft MSL

Location

City: Bahawalpur
Country: PK
Latitude: 29.348101°
Longitude: 71.718002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,345 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bahawalpur Airport

Overview

Bahawalpur Airport serves the urban center of Bahawalpur in Punjab, Pakistan, functioning as a medium-sized regional airport. Located at coordinates 29.348101, 71.718002, the airport sits at an elevation of 392 feet above mean sea level, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the southern Punjab region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and inland location suggest a continental climate with potential for significant temperature variations between seasons. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations that could impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer months when temperatures in this region can be quite high.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (08/26) with an impressive length of 9,345 feet constructed with asphalt surface. Its substantial runway length provides operational flexibility for a variety of aircraft types, accommodating medium-sized commercial and potential military aviation requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, with winds potentially approaching from east-west directions. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, paying particular attention to the runway's substantial 9,345-foot length which provides significant operational margin.

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

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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.