Dhanbad Airport

VEDB / DBD

, IN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

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

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
5 kt
170°
1.5 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEDG 230100Z 17005KT 1500 BR SCT020 BKN100 27/26 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 847 ft
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,847 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,847 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Dhanbad Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 1.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (170°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. 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
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
978 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (847 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,065 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,708 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.7°C

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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°
0.9 kt 4.9 kt
80° 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

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.