Kargil Airport

VI65

Kargil, IN

Last Updated
Nov 13, 00:30Z

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Currently using: VILH
Weather Source: Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (VILH)
Distance: 73nm / 135km from VI65

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2690 hours ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -15°C
1 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VILH 130030Z VRB01KT 6000 FEW070 M06/M15 Q1027 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9,604 ft
FEW 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,604 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
707 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9,604 ft)
Pressure Alt
9,192 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,977 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VILH 040930Z 0418/0512 27010KT 6000 SCT120 BKN150 BECMG 0506/0508 29005KT 6000 FEW070 SCT120 BKN150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:10Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 15,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
I65
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 6,004 ft 106 ft ASP 22° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kargil Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VI65
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9,604 ft MSL

Location

City: Kargil
Country: IN
Latitude: 34.524300°
Longitude: 76.155899°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,004 ft
Width: 106 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kargil Airport

Kargil Airport (VI65) is located in Kargil, IN at an elevation of 9,604 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 6,004 feet.

Airport Overview

Kargil Airport serves Kargil 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 (02/20) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 6,004 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 9604 feet elevation, this is a high-altitude airport where density altitude significantly impacts aircraft performance. Pilots should carefully calculate takeoff and landing distances, especially during hot weather. Turbocharging or turbine power is advantageous for operations here.

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 VI65, 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.