David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport

UGKO / KUT

Kopitnari, GE

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
5 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
6,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UGKO 142230Z 02005KT 340V050 9999 -RA BKN060 17/13 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 223 ft
BKN 6,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,223 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 6,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 5 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 6000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 20:00Z. There is a 40% probability of MVFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 02:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 18:00Z.

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
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
994 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (223 ft)
Pressure Alt
591 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 885 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UGKO 141700Z 1418/1518 09010KT CAVOK TX20/1418Z TN14/1502Z TEMPO 1418/1420 SCT080 BECMG 1419/1422 BKN050 BECMG 1421/1424 26010KT PROB40 TEMPO 1502/1510 VRB16KT TSRA BKN017CB TEMPO 1510/1518 28017G27KT TSRA SCT015 BKN026CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
02:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+4h
MVFR VRB 16 kt
Ceiling: 1,700 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
10:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR 280° 17 kt
Ceiling: 2,600 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GKO
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
8,202 ft 144 ft CON 81°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UGKO

11,098 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
80.7%
MVFR
15%
IFR
3.6%
LIFR
0.8%

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 80.7% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 10 knots, with gusts recorded up to 41 knots. Temperature extremes range from -3°C to 31°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, January, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 10 kt
Maximum Recorded: 41 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
1.6%
NE
4.9%
E
53.8%
SE
5.1%
S
2%
SW
7.2%
W
22.2%
NW
3%

Temperature Range

Average: 11.4°C
Range: -3°C to 31°C
-3°C 31°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

October January September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 11,098 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UGKO
IATA Code: KUT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 223 ft MSL

Location

City: Kopitnari
Country: GE
Latitude: 42.176768°
Longitude: 42.482393°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 144 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport

Overview

David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport serves the Kutaisi region in Georgia, located at coordinates 42.176768, 42.482393 in Kopitnari. The medium-sized airport sits at an elevation of 223 feet MSL and features a single concrete runway (07/25) measuring 8,202 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate highly favorable VFR conditions 84% of the time, with predominantly easterly winds averaging 9.1 knots. Temperature ranges from -3°C to 31°C, with an average of 11.9°C, providing generally stable flying conditions. September through November offer the most consistent VFR weather, with minimal fog occurrence (1.4%) and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (07/25) experiences highly favorable wind conditions, with winds aligned 100% of the time and a modest average crosswind of 2.7 knots. Maximum recorded wind speeds reach 39 knots, suggesting potential for occasional challenging wind conditions despite generally mild wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate predominantly easterly winds when planning approaches, with runway 07/25 offering consistent wind alignment. The low percentage of IFR conditions (3.7%) and minimal low IFR scenarios (1%) suggest generally straightforward approach and landing environments throughout the year.

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.