Biratnagar Airport

VNVT / BIR

Biratnagar, NP

Last Updated
Nov 13, 00:30Z

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Currently using: VEBD
Weather Source: Bagdogra Airport (VEBD)
Distance: 58nm / 108km from VNVT

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2690 hours ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
1 kt
Variable
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBD 130030Z VRB01KT 5000 BR SKC 17/15 Q1015 NOSIG
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (236 ft)
Pressure Alt
184 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 481 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VEBD 042300Z 0500/0509 VRB02KT 3000 HZ FEW100 BECMG 0504/0506 20005KT 5000 HZ
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:37Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Haze
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NVT
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 4,937 ft 100 ft ASP 92° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Biratnagar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNVT
IATA Code: BIR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 236 ft MSL

Location

City: Biratnagar
Country: NP
Latitude: 26.481501°
Longitude: 87.264000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,937 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Biratnagar Airport

Overview

Biratnagar Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in southeastern Nepal, situated near the city of Biratnagar at coordinates 26.481501, 87.264000. The airport operates at an elevation of 236 feet above mean sea level, providing critical regional transportation infrastructure in the Morang District.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and location in the Terai region suggests variable weather conditions typical of southern Nepal's subtropical climate. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal weather fluctuations, with monsoon periods potentially impacting visibility and runway conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (09/27) measuring 4,937 feet in length, which accommodates medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic position near the Nepal-India border provides strategic connectivity for regional air transportation in eastern Nepal.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 provides directional flexibility for arrivals and departures based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during approach, considering the runway's orientation and the surrounding topographical characteristics of the Terai plains.

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.