Dhamial Army Airbase

OPQS

Rawalpindi, PK

Last Updated
Mar 5, 05:00Z

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Currently using: OPIS
Weather Source: Islamabad International Airport (OPIS)
Distance: 10nm / 19km from OPQS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
05:00Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
12 kt
270°
6 km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPIS 050500Z 27012KT 6000 NSC 26/06 Q1014 NOSIG
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
961 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,581 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,559 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,258 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OPIS 042300Z 0500/0606 31008KT 6000 NSC TEMPO 0506/0510 27006G18KT TEMPO 0518/0522 09004KT FEW040 SCT100 TEMPO 0600/0606 27008KT FEW040 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 310° 8 kt
Visibility: 6 km
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
VFR 270° 6 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
PQS
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
 6,693 ft 148 ft ASP 142°
↑ 7.7 kt • ↔ 9.2 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dhamial Army Airbase - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPQS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,581 ft MSL

Location

City: Rawalpindi
Country: PK
Latitude: 33.560200°
Longitude: 73.033203°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 6,693 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
270°@12kt
Density Alt
1581ft, 26°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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OPRT N/A
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OPMA N/A
Mangla Airport
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OPMF N/A
Muzaffarabad Airport
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OPRS N/A
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VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Dhamial Army Airbase

Dhamial Army Airbase (OPQS) is located in Rawalpindi, PK at an elevation of 1,581 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 6,693 feet.

Airport Overview

Dhamial Army Airbase serves Rawalpindi 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 (14/32) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,693 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 OPQS, 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.

Learn More

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Current winds: 12 knots
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Current: MVFR conditions
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Temp: 26°C
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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.