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MVFRUdhampur Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft, few at 3,000 ft (CB), scattered at 9,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 30°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
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9,000 ft | 148 ft | PEM | 178° |
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About Udhampur Air Force Station
Udhampur Air Force Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.
Overview
Udhampur Air Force Station is a medium-sized military airport located in the Jammu and Kashmir region of northern India. Situated at an elevation of 2066 feet above mean sea level, the station serves as a strategic air base in a geographically complex mountainous terrain. Its coordinates at 32.902152, 75.155709 place it in a critical location for military aviation operations.
Flying Conditions
The airport's high elevation at 2066 ft MSL indicates potential challenges with density altitude, particularly during warmer months. Pilots should anticipate varying meteorological conditions typical of the Himalayan foothills, which can include rapid weather changes and potential orographic effects. The single runway (18/36) with a substantial 9000-foot length provides operational flexibility across different atmospheric conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (18/36) constructed with PEM (Possibly Pavement, Engineered Material) surface, indicating a robust runway design suitable for military aircraft. Its location in the mountainous region of Udhampur suggests complex terrain surrounding the airfield, which requires careful navigation and heightened situational awareness. The geographic positioning likely involves interaction with significant elevation changes and potential wind variability.
Approach Considerations
Approach considerations at Udhampur Air Force Station will be significantly influenced by the surrounding mountainous topography. The 9000-foot runway length offers considerable margin for various aircraft types, but pilots must be prepared for potential wind shifts and terrain-induced turbulence. Standard military approach protocols and terrain avoidance procedures are critically important when operating at this elevation and geographic location.
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