Chanda Airport

VA1B

, IN

Last Updated
Jul 5, 07:30Z

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Currently using: VANP
Weather Source: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (VANP)
Distance: 67nm / 123km from VA1B

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 23 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
15 kt
250° G25 kt
3 km
Visibility
8,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VANP 050730Z 25015G25KT 3000 BR FEW012 SCT018 FEW030TCU OVC080 27/24 Q1001 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 625 ft
FEW 1,200 ft AGL
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 3,000 ft AGL (TCU)
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,825 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,425 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,625 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,625 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Chanda Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with overcast skies at 8,000 feet and 3 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 15 knots with gusts to 25 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component (gusting to 4 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 3 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 8000 feet AGL (overcast), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 3,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: HZ/TS/-RA/BR, HZ/-RA/BR, HZ/-TSRA/BR, HZ/-RA/TS/BR. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with HZ/-TSRA/BR between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (625 ft)
Pressure Alt
993 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,583 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VANP 050500Z 0506/0612 29005KT 3000 HZ/TS/-RA/BR SCT020 FEW025TCU BKN090 BECMG 0510/0514 23004KT 3000 HZ/-RA/BR SCT020 FEW025TCU BKN090 TEMPO 0518/0522 03005KT 2000 HZ/-TSRA/BR SCT020 FEW030CB BKN090 BECMG 0606/0608 27005KT 3000 HZ/-RA/TS/BR SCT020 BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:52Z BASE
+0h
IFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
HZ/TS/-RA/BR
10:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR 230° 4 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
HZ/-RA/BR
18:00Z TEMPO
+11h
IFR 30° 5 kt
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
HZ/-TSRA/BR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A1B
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
3,128 ft 100 ft ASP 79°
14.8 kt 2.6 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Chanda Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VA1B
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 625 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 19.994699°
Longitude: 79.222504°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,128 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Chanda Airport

Chanda Airport (VA1B) is located in , IN at an elevation of 625 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 3,128 feet.

Airport Overview

Chanda Airport serves in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (08/26) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,128 feet, adequate for light general aviation 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 relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from VA1B, 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.

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.