Batken Airport

UA30

Batken, KG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 23:00Z

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Currently using: UTDL
Weather Source: Khujand Airport (UTDL)
Distance: 53nm / 99km from UA30

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
8 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UTDL 222300Z 20004MPS 9999 SCT066CB OVC080 16/15 Q1012 R26/19//60 NOSIG RMK QFE722/0962

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,602 ft
SCT 6,600 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,202 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,602 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Batken Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 8 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 6,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 18:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
892 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,602 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,640 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,624 ft
ISA Deviation: +8.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF UTDL 221700Z 2218/2318 24005MPS 6000 SCT060CB OVC080 TEMPO 2218/2318 VRB07MPS -TSRA SCT011 BKN050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A30
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,905 ft 115 ft ASP 143°
4.0 kt 6.9 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Batken Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UA30
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,602 ft MSL

Location

City: Batken
Country: KG
Latitude: 40.042899°
Longitude: 70.837840°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 115 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Batken Airport

Overview

Batken Airport serves the Batken region in southern Kyrgyzstan, providing critical regional transportation infrastructure. Located at 40.042899, 70.837840, this medium airport supports local and regional aviation needs at an elevation of 3,602 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high-altitude location at 3,602 ft MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude challenges, particularly during warmer months, which can significantly impact aircraft takeoff and landing performance.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalted surface measuring 5,905 feet in length. Its geographic positioning in a mountainous region suggests potential terrain-induced wind variations and potential turbulence during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 provides pilots with a single directional approach option, with the runway aligned approximately northeast/southwest. Given the airport's elevation and mountain terrain, pilots should maintain heightened situational awareness during all phases of flight and conduct thorough preflight planning specific to the local environmental conditions.

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.