Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station

Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Bidar Airport, designated by ICAO code VOBR, is a medium airport located in Bidar, Karnataka, India. Situated at an elevation of 2,178 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the Bidar region with its strategic Air Force Station designation. The airport provides critical infrastructure for military and potentially limited civilian aviation operations in this part of southern India.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,178 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment that can influence aircraft performance during takeoff and landing. Given its location in Karnataka, pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in temperature and wind conditions that could impact aircraft operations. The higher elevation may require careful performance calculations, especially for turbine and piston aircraft.

Notable Features

Bidar Airport features two asphalt runways: runway 02/20 measuring 6,955 feet and runway 08/26 measuring 6,798 feet. These parallel runways provide operational flexibility and options for landing and takeoff based on wind conditions. The airport's geographic coordinates (17.908100, 77.487099) place it in a region with potential terrain and wind variations that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

The two runways with similar lengths offer pilots multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. Runway 02/20 and 08/26 provide crosswind alternatives, which can be critical for safe operations. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning, considering the airport's elevation and potential local meteorological factors that could influence approach and landing procedures.