Katukurunda Air Force Base

VCCN / KTY

Kalutara, LK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:00Z

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Weather Source: Colombo Ratmalana Airport (VCCC)
Distance: 17nm / 32km from VCCN

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
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IFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
1 kt
Variable
2 km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
342 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VCCC 040100Z VRB01KT 2000 BR SKC 23/21 Q1011 A2988
QNH
342 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
342 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,148 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,110 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +8.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
CCN
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 3,200 ft 145 ft ASP 108° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Katukurunda Air Force Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VCCN
IATA Code: KTY
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: Kalutara
Country: LK
Latitude: 6.552120°
Longitude: 79.977501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,200 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
0°@1kt
Density Alt
10ft, 23°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

VCCC IFR
Colombo Ratmalana Airport
17nm
32km
VCBI MVFR
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
38nm
71km
VCCK N/A
Koggala Airport
39nm
73km
VCRI MVFR
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
70nm
130km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Katukurunda Air Force Base

Katukurunda Air Force Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the LK AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Katukurunda Air Force Base (VCCN/KTY) is located in Kalutara, LK at an elevation of 10 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (11/29), with the longest at 3,200 feet.

Airport Overview

Katukurunda Air Force Base serves Kalutara in LK. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (11/29) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 3,200 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 VCCN, 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.

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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.