Kalaikunda Air Force Station

VEDX

, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

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
Stale 1162 hours ago
08:30Z

🌇 Dusk
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
8 kt
160°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEDX 280830Z 16008KT 6000 FEW025 33/18 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 200 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,700 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Kalaikunda Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1162.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 8 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (200 ft)
Pressure Alt
478 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,686 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VEDX 151530Z 1600/1612 18005KT 6000 FEW025 SCT200 TEMPO 1610/1612 FEW025CB SCT025 SCT090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:39Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 180° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EDX
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 172°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kalaikunda Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEDX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 200 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 22.339500°
Longitude: 87.214500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kalaikunda Air Force Station

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

Kalaikunda Air Force Station (VEDX) is located in , IN at an elevation of 200 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (17/35), with the longest at 9,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Kalaikunda Air Force Station 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 (17/35) with con surface. The longest runway measures 9,000 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 VEDX, 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.