Xieng Khouang Airport

VLXK / XKH

Xieng Khouang, LA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Currently using: VLLB
Weather Source: Luang Phabang International Airport (VLLB)
Distance: 62nm / 116km from VLXK

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 31 min ago
09:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
2 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VLLB 040900Z 20002KT 9999 FEW020 34/19 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,445 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,445 ft AMSL
QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
891 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,445 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,663 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,770 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +25.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VLLB 040500Z 0406/0506 09004KT 9999 FEW020 FEW060
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:31Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
LXK
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
 8,555 ft 130 ft ASP 72°
↑ 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

Xieng Khouang Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VLXK
IATA Code: XKH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,445 ft MSL

Location

City: Xieng Khouang
Country: LA
Latitude: 19.450001°
Longitude: 103.157997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,555 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
200°@2kt
Density Alt
3445ft, 34°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

VLLB VFR
Luang Phabang International Airport
62nm
116km
VLSN N/A
Sam Neua Airport
78nm
144km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Xieng Khouang Airport

Xieng Khouang Airport (VLXK/XKH) is located in Xieng Khouang, LA at an elevation of 3,445 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 8,555 feet.

Airport Overview

Xieng Khouang Airport serves Xieng Khouang 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 (07/25) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 8,555 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3445 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 VLXK, 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 VLXK

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 3,445 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.