Sigiriya Air Force Base

VCCS / GIU

Sigiriya, LK

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:10Z

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Currently using: VCBI
Weather Source: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (VCBI)
Distance: 69nm / 127km from VCCS

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
Recent 31 min ago
02:10Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
4 kt
60°
6 km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VCBI 040210Z 06004KT 6000 NSC 23/23 Q1012 NOSIG
QNH
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (630 ft)
Pressure Alt
668 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,779 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VCBI 032300Z 0400/0506 11003KT 6000 FEW018 TX31/0407Z TN21/0500Z BECMG 0400/0401 5000 BR BECMG 0402/0403 9000 BECMG 0404/0406 25008KT BECMG 0415/0417 VRB03KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 110° 3 kt
Visibility: 6 km
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 250° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
CCS
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
 5,925 ft 145 ft ASP 39°
↑ 3.8 kt • ↔ 1.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sigiriya Air Force Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VCCS
IATA Code: GIU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 630 ft MSL

Location

City: Sigiriya
Country: LK
Latitude: 7.956670°
Longitude: 80.728500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,925 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
60°@4kt
Density Alt
630ft, 23°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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69nm
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VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sigiriya Air Force Base

Sigiriya 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.

Sigiriya Air Force Base (VCCS/GIU) is located in Sigiriya, LK at an elevation of 630 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (04/22), with the longest at 5,925 feet.

Airport Overview

Sigiriya Air Force Base serves Sigiriya 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 (04/22) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,925 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional 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 VCCS, 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.

Learn More

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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.