Coimbatore Air Force Station

VOSX

Sulur, IN

Last Updated
Apr 18, 07:30Z

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Currently using: VOCB
Weather Source: Coimbatore International Airport (VOCB)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from VOSX

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
37°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
8 kt
130°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOCB 180730Z 13008KT 6000 FEW015 37/17 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,250 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,750 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Coimbatore Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,500 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 8 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 1-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 37°C (99°F) with a dewpoint of 17°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 03:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
969 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,250 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,318 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,258 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +24.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOCB 180500Z 1806/1912 09010KT 6000 FEW015 SCT080 BECMG 1815/1816 23005KT 5000 BR TEMPO 1900/1903 3000 BR BECMG 1906/1907 09005KT 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:40Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OSX
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
8,255 ft 148 ft ASP 48°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Coimbatore Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOSX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,250 ft MSL

Location

City: Sulur
Country: IN
Latitude: 11.013600°
Longitude: 77.159698°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 8,255 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Coimbatore Air Force Station

Coimbatore 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.

Coimbatore Air Force Station (VOSX) is located in Sulur, IN at an elevation of 1,250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (05/23), with the longest at 8,255 feet.

Airport Overview

Coimbatore Air Force Station serves Sulur in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (05/23) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 8,255 feet, suitable for large aircraft 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 VOSX, 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.