Qurghonteppa International Airport

UTDT / KQT

Kurgan-Tyube, TJ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
4 kt
230°
8 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UTDT 040200Z 23002MPS 8000 FEW066CB OVC100 12/12 Q1019 R35/290350 RMK QFE724/0966

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,473 ft
FEW 6,600 ft AGL (CB)
OVC 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
6,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,073 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,473 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
970 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,473 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,301 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,295 ft
ISA Deviation: -0.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UTDT 040001Z 0401/0413 VRB02MPS 6000 SCT017 BKN040CB TEMPO 0401/0413 3100 -SHRA BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TDT
17
35 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
7,497 ft 0 ft
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - UTDT

7,647 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
33.8%
MVFR
29.8%
IFR
23.5%
LIFR
12.9%

Qurghonteppa International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 33.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 36.4% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -14°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Temperature Range

Average: 11.9°C
Range: -14°C to 38°C
-14°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 8%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Statistics computed from 7,647 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Qurghonteppa International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UTDT
IATA Code: KQT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,473 ft MSL

Location

City: Kurgan-Tyube
Country: TJ
Latitude: 37.866402°
Longitude: 68.864700°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 7,497 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Qurghonteppa International Airport

Overview

Qurghonteppa International Airport serves the Kurgan-Tyube region in Tajikistan, providing critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity. Located at 1473 ft mean sea level with coordinates 37.866402, 68.864700, this medium-sized airport supports both civilian and potential military aviation operations in central Asia.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates variable flying conditions, with approximately 29.2% VFR, 31.5% MVFR, 26.3% IFR, and 13.1% LIFR conditions. Temperature ranges significantly from -14°C to 38°C, with an average of 12.4°C, suggesting pilots should prepare for diverse thermal environments. September, October, and November represent the most favorable VFR months with consistently stable weather patterns.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (17/35) measuring 7497 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its elevation of 1473 ft MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment, which may influence aircraft performance and approach characteristics. The geographic location suggests potential terrain-influenced wind and visibility dynamics.

Approach Considerations

With a long runway of 7497 feet, pilots have substantial landing and takeoff margins. Visibility averages 10 statute miles, with fog present in 8.3% of observations. While specific wind data was not conclusive in the provided statistics, pilots should conduct standard terrain and approach briefings consistent with regional Central Asian airport protocols.

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.