Osmany International Airport

VGSY / ZYL

Sylhet, BD

Last Updated
Jul 4, 07:30Z

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Weather Source: Shillong Airport (VEBI)
Distance: 45nm / 83km from VGSY

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
6 kt
110°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBI 040730Z 11006KT 5000 HZ SCT020 SCT090 32/22 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 50 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,050 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,050 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Osmany International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 6 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft, scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 22°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.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (50 ft)
Pressure Alt
328 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,380 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GSY
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
9,478 ft 150 ft ASP 113°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Osmany International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VGSY
IATA Code: ZYL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 50 ft MSL

Location

City: Sylhet
Country: BD
Latitude: 24.963832°
Longitude: 91.864843°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 9,478 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Osmany International Airport

Overview

Osmany International Airport serves the city of Sylhet in Bangladesh, functioning as a medium-sized international airport. Located at coordinates 24.963832, 91.864843, the airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the northeastern region of Bangladesh, connecting Sylhet to domestic and international destinations.

Flying Conditions

Situated at an elevation of 50 feet mean sea level, Osmany International Airport experiences typical subtropical climate conditions common to northeastern Bangladesh. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity and seasonal variations that can impact flight operations, with careful attention to local meteorological patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 9,478 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface (ASP). Its moderate elevation and substantial runway length provide flexibility for medium-sized aircraft operations, accommodating a range of commercial and regional aviation needs.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 offers a significant landing surface that supports various aircraft approach scenarios. Pilots should review current wind conditions and perform standard terrain assessments, considering the airport's relatively low elevation and surrounding geographical characteristics when planning arrivals and departures.

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.