Bacolod-Silay Airport

RPVB / BCD

Bacolod City, PH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

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Weather Source: Mactan Cebu International Airport (RPVM)
Distance: 63nm / 118km from RPVB

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
11 kt
30°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
341 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR RPVM 041000Z 03011KT 9999 FEW019 28/23 Q1008 NOSIG RMK A2977

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
FEW 1,900 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,982 ft AMSL
QNH
341 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
338 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (82 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,250 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,830 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF RPVM 040500Z 0406/0512 04009KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 0406/0412 04009G20KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:36Z BASE
+0h
VFR 40° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PVB
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
6,562 ft 148 ft CON
11.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bacolod-Silay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: RPVB
IATA Code: BCD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Bacolod City
Country: PH
Latitude: 10.776400°
Longitude: 123.014999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bacolod-Silay Airport

Overview

Bacolod-Silay Airport serves the Negros Occidental region in the Philippines, providing critical transportation infrastructure for Bacolod City and surrounding areas. Located at 10.776400, 123.014999, this medium-sized airport supports regional commercial and general aviation operations. The airport sits at an elevation of 82 feet mean sea level, offering accessibility for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

The airport's tropical maritime location typically presents warm, humid conditions with potential for sudden weather changes characteristic of Philippine climate. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized thunderstorm development, particularly during the wet season. The single runway (03/21) measuring 6,562 feet provides substantial landing and takeoff options for most commercial and regional aircraft.

Notable Features

Bacolod-Silay Airport's runway is constructed of concrete, providing stable surface conditions for aircraft operations. The airport's moderate elevation and coastal proximity create potential for variable wind conditions that pilots must carefully monitor during approach and departure. Surrounding terrain is predominantly flat, which generally supports predictable approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers a substantial 6,562-foot length, accommodating most regional and commercial aircraft types with reasonable operational margins. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight weather assessments, paying particular attention to wind direction and potential convective activity. Standard instrument approach procedures will be applicable given the airport's established infrastructure and regional aviation standards.

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

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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.