Lukla Airport

VNLK / LUA

Lukla, NP

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:30Z

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Currently using: VNKT
Weather Source: Tribhuvan International Airport (VNKT)
Distance: 73nm / 135km from VNLK

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
5 kt
230°
7 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VNKT 050730Z 23005KT 7000 FEW015 SCT100 25/11 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 9,380 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,880 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
19,380 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
702 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (9,380 ft)
Pressure Alt
9,328 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 12,779 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +28.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NLK
06
24 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 24
1,616 ft 98 ft asphalt 60°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lukla Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNLK
IATA Code: LUA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 9,380 ft MSL

Location

City: Lukla
Country: NP
Latitude: 27.686768°
Longitude: 86.729479°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 1,616 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: asphalt
ILS: No

About Lukla Airport

Lukla Airport (VNLK/LUA) is located in Lukla, NP at an elevation of 9,380 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (06/24), with the longest at 1,616 feet.

Airport Overview

Lukla Airport serves Lukla in NP. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (06/24) with asphalt surface. The longest runway measures 1,616 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

At 9380 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 VNLK, 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.