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MVFRKazi Nazrul Islam Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 5 km visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (180°) at 7 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 35°C (95°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
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9,186 ft | 138 ft | ASP | 0° |
↓ 6.6 kt
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↔ 2.4 kt
160° angle
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Weather Statistics - VEDG
6,330 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 79.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 5.2 knots. Temperature extremes range from 5°C to 42°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.
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Statistics computed from 6,330 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport - Airport Information
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About Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport
Overview
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport serves the Durgapur region in West Bengal, India, functioning as a medium-sized airport at 300 feet mean sea level. The airport is strategically located with coordinates 23.622500, 87.243000, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the industrial area surrounding Durgapur.
Flying Conditions
Meteorological data indicates challenging flight conditions, with 89.2% of observations requiring instrument flight rules (IFR or LIFR). Prevailing winds from the northwest at an average of 4.6 knots, with occasional peaks to 14 knots, characterize the airport's wind profile. Temperature variability ranges from 5°C to 34°C, with an average of 23.1°C, suggesting significant seasonal temperature fluctuations.
Notable Features
The single runway 16/34 extends 9,186 feet with an asphalt surface, offering substantial length for most aircraft operations. Wind data shows 100% favorable wind conditions for this runway, with minimal average crosswind of 2.2 knots. Visibility typically remains excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with only 8% fog occurrence.
Approach Considerations
January, September, and October represent the most favorable visual flight conditions at the airport. Pilots should anticipate predominantly instrument meteorological conditions, with only 10.9% of observations supporting marginal visual flight rules. The consistent northwest wind and extended runway provide predictable approach and departure parameters for most aircraft configurations.
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