Kanpur Civil Airport (Old)

VIKA

Kanpur, IN

Last Updated
Jul 17, 23:00Z

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Currently using: VILK
Weather Source: Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (VILK)
Distance: 34nm / 63km from VIKA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 28°C
4 kt
180°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1000 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VILK 172300Z 18004KT 4000 BR FEW020 SCT100 28/28 Q1000 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 411 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,411 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,411 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kanpur Civil Airport (Old) is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 28°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1000 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (411 ft)
Pressure Alt
809 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,468 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +13.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VILK 172000Z 1721/1806 12005KT 4000 BR FEW020 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:19Z BASE
+0h
IFR 120° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IKA
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
3,685 ft 135 ft CON 102°
0.7 kt 3.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kanpur Civil Airport (Old) - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIKA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 411 ft MSL

Location

City: Kanpur
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.440857°
Longitude: 80.365029°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 3,685 ft
Width: 135 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Kanpur Civil Airport (Old)

Kanpur Civil Airport (Old) (VIKA) is located in Kanpur, IN at an elevation of 411 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (10/28), with the longest at 3,685 feet.

Airport Overview

Kanpur Civil Airport (Old) serves Kanpur 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 (10/28) with con surface. The longest runway measures 3,685 feet, adequate for light general aviation 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 VIKA, 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.