Phaplu Airport

VNPL / PPL

Phaplu, NP

Last Updated
Mar 4, 18:00Z

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Currently using: VNKT
Weather Source: Tribhuvan International Airport (VNKT)
Distance: 66nm / 122km from VNPL

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 14°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VNKT 041800Z VRB02KT 6000 FEW015 16/14 Q1019 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7,918 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,418 ft AMSL
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
755 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,918 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,746 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 9,766 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NPL
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 2,201 ft 0 ft ASP No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Phaplu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNPL
IATA Code: PPL
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,918 ft MSL

Location

City: Phaplu
Country: NP
Latitude: 27.517752°
Longitude: 86.585019°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 2,201 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Phaplu Airport

Phaplu Airport (VNPL/PPL) is located in Phaplu, NP at an elevation of 7,918 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (02/20), with the longest at 2,201 feet.

Airport Overview

Phaplu Airport serves Phaplu 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 (02/20) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,201 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Elevation Considerations

At 7918 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

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 VNPL, 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.