Pakse International Airport

VLPS / PKZ

Pakse, LA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
8 kt
140°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VLPS 040600Z 14008KT 6000 VCRA FEW020 SCT050 33/24 Q1009 VCRA NW NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 351 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,351 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,351 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (351 ft)
Pressure Alt
479 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,723 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VLPS 040500Z 0406/0506 14014KT 9999 FEW020 FEW050 SCT200
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LPS
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
7,874 ft 147 ft CON 147°
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

Weather Statistics - VLPS

1,638 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
64.8%
MVFR
27.5%
IFR
7.1%
LIFR
0.5%

Pakse International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 38°C with an average of 28.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0%
Direction Distribution:
N
38.9%
NE
2.5%
E
4.2%
SE
19.6%
S
6.1%
SW
6.7%
W
13.6%
NW
8.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.4°C
Range: 15°C to 38°C
15°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

October November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 1,638 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pakse International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VLPS
IATA Code: PKZ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 351 ft MSL

Location

City: Pakse
Country: LA
Latitude: 15.132100°
Longitude: 105.780998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 147 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Pakse International Airport

Overview

Pakse International Airport serves the Champasak Province in southern Laos, situated at an elevation of 351 feet MSL. Located at coordinates 15.132100, 105.780998, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's transportation needs. The airport features a single concrete runway (15/33) measuring 7,874 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pakse are predominantly VFR, with 74.4% of observations indicating clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent northerly winds averaging 4.7 knots, with occasional gusts up to 19 knots. Temperature ranges from 15°C to 35°C, with an average of 27.9°C, and typically excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. October through December represent the most favorable VFR months for operations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (15/33) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswind components are minimal, averaging just 2.3 knots, which contributes to predictable approach and landing characteristics. The airport's moderate elevation and consistent weather patterns make it relatively straightforward for pilot navigation and aircraft performance.

Approach Considerations

Given the prevailing northerly winds, runway 15 will typically be the preferred approach direction. The long concrete runway (7,874 feet) provides ample landing surface for most aircraft types. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions, with statistically low likelihood of reduced visibility or challenging meteorological circumstances.

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.