Phonesavanh Airport

VLPV

, LA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

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Currently using: VLLB
Weather Source: Luang Phabang International Airport (VLLB)
Distance: 65nm / 121km from VLPV

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 30 min ago
10:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
2 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VLLB 041000Z 09002KT 9999 FEW020 34/19 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,628 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,628 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
885 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,628 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,846 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,997 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +26.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VLLB 040500Z 0406/0506 09004KT 9999 FEW020 FEW060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:29Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
LPV
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
 3,090 ft 65 ft COP 139°
↑ 1.3 kt • ↔ 1.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Phonesavanh Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VLPV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,628 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: LA
Latitude: 19.454901°
Longitude: 103.218002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,090 ft
Width: 65 ft
Surface: COP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
90°@2kt
Density Alt
3628ft, 34°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

VLLB VFR
Luang Phabang International Airport
65nm
121km
VLSN N/A
Sam Neua Airport
75nm
139km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Phonesavanh Airport

Phonesavanh Airport (VLPV) is located in , LA at an elevation of 3,628 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 3,090 feet.

Airport Overview

Phonesavanh Airport serves in LA. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (14/32) with cop surface. The longest runway measures 3,090 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3628 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather 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 VLPV, 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.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at VLPV

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 3,628 ft
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
Complete briefing checklist
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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.