New Gwadar International Airport

OPGD / GWD

Gurandani, PK

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New Gwadar International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPGD
IATA Code: GWD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 61 ft MSL

Location

City: Gurandani
Country: PK
Latitude: 25.296733°
Longitude: 62.498822°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 12,789 ft
Width: 246 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About New Gwadar International Airport

Overview

New Gwadar International Airport (OPGD) is a medium-sized airport located in Gurandani, Pakistan, serving the strategically important Gwadar region. Situated at an elevation of 61 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for this coastal area of Balochistan province.

Flying Conditions

Located near the Arabian Sea, Gwadar experiences maritime climate conditions that can produce variable wind patterns and potential sea-level meteorological challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential visibility and wind variations typical of coastal environments, with careful attention to seasonal wind shifts that might impact the long 12,789-foot concrete runway.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (07/25) offers substantial length at 12,789 feet, providing excellent operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Its coastal geographic position presents unique terrain considerations, with relatively flat surroundings that transition between maritime and arid landscape characteristics.

Approach Considerations

With a runway oriented at 07/25, aircraft approaches will be influenced by prevailing wind directions typical of the coastal Balochistan region. The concrete runway's considerable length supports safe operations for diverse aircraft classes, offering pilots significant landing and takeoff performance margins.

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Official Data Sources

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