Beijing Xijiao Airport

ZBBB

Beijing, CN

Last Updated
May 15, 00:00Z

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Currently using: ZBAA
Weather Source: Beijing Capital International Airport (ZBAA)
Distance: 17nm / 31km from ZBBB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
6 kt
110°
7 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBAA 150000Z 11003MPS 080V140 7000 BKN020 20/16 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 164 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,164 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Beijing Xijiao Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (164 ft)
Pressure Alt
82 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 721 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZBAA 142111Z 1500/1606 17004MPS 6000 NSC TX31/1507Z TX27/1606Z TN18/1521Z
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBB
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
0 ft 0 ft paved
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Beijing Xijiao Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBBB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 164 ft MSL

Location

City: Beijing
Country: CN
Latitude: 39.958592°
Longitude: 116.256765°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: paved
ILS: No

About Beijing Xijiao Airport

Overview

Beijing Xijiao Airport serves the Beijing metropolitan area as a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 39.958592, 116.256765. Situated at an elevation of 164 feet mean sea level, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Located in Beijing's climate zone, the airport experiences significant seasonal temperature variations that can impact aircraft performance. Pilots should be prepared for potential density altitude changes throughout the year, with the airport's modest elevation of 164 feet potentially interacting with seasonal temperature extremes.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (18/36) that is paved and aligned in a north-south orientation. Its proximity to Beijing suggests potential complex airspace interactions and the need for precise navigation and communication in a busy metropolitan aviation environment.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 18/36 alignment indicates potential crosswind considerations depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should be prepared to manage wind variability and utilize appropriate crosswind landing techniques when approaching this airport's single runway.

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.