Dhanbad Airport

VEDB / DBD

, IN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

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Currently using: VEDG
Weather Source: Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (VEDG)
Distance: 47nm / 86km from VEDB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 5 min ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 10°C
6 kt
310°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR VEDG 040930Z 31006KT 5000 HZ NSC 32/10 Q1008 NOSIG
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
980 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (847 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,005 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,248 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEDG 040800Z 0409/0418 32008KT 5000 HZ NSC BECMG 0414/0416 00000KT 3200 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 320° 8 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
14:00Z BECMG
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 3.2 km
Haze

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EDB
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
3,728 ft 93 ft ASP 72°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dhanbad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEDB
IATA Code: DBD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 847 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 23.834000°
Longitude: 86.425301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,728 ft
Width: 93 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dhanbad Airport

Overview

Dhanbad Airport serves the Dhanbad region in Jharkhand, India, positioned at coordinates 23.834000, 86.425301. As a medium airport situated at an elevation of 847 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the eastern Indian industrial corridor.

Flying Conditions

Located in a region with significant seasonal variation, Dhanbad Airport experiences diverse meteorological conditions throughout the year. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts given the airport's terrain and elevation, with particular attention to wind patterns affecting the 07/25 runway orientation.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 3,728 feet long with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its elevation of 847 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment, which requires standard terrain awareness and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 provides the primary approach avenue, with surface characteristics typical of an asphalt runway. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during approach, considering the airport's moderate elevation and potential regional atmospheric variations.

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

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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.