Bannu Airport

OPBN / BNP

Bannu, PK

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

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Currently using: OPPS
Weather Source: Peshawar International Airport (OPPS)
Distance: 79nm / 146km from OPBN

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
6 kt
130°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPPS 150700Z 13006KT 5000 FEW040 FEW100 FEW200 33/15 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,325 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
FEW 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,325 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,325 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
21,325 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bannu Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-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: few at 4,000 ft, few at 10,000 ft, few at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating very dry conditions. 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 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Haze, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 09:00Z and 14:00Z.

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 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OPPS 150500Z 1506/1612 05006KT 5000 HZ FEW080 SCT150 TEMPO 1509/1514 23010G20KT 3000 -TSRA FEW030CB SCT040 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:25Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 50° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
09:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR 230° 10 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PBN
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
6,001 ft 0 ft UNK
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bannu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPBN
IATA Code: BNP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,325 ft MSL

Location

City: Bannu
Country: PK
Latitude: 32.972900°
Longitude: 70.527901°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 6,001 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Bannu Airport

Bannu Airport (OPBN/BNP) is located in Bannu, PK at an elevation of 1,325 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 6,001 feet.

Airport Overview

Bannu Airport serves Bannu in PK. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 6,001 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OPBN, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.