Thanjavur Air Force Station

VOTJ / TJV

Thanjavur, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

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
Stale 613 hours ago
08:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
37°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
90°
8 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOTJ 280830Z 09006KT 8000 SCT025 37/23 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 253 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,753 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Thanjavur Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,500 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 613.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 6 knots. Runway 07/25 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 37°C (99°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating relatively 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 18 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
998 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (253 ft)
Pressure Alt
471 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,172 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +22.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOTJ 220930Z 2218/2312 VRB02KT 6000 NSC BECMG 2303/2305 14010KT SCT025 SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 6 km
03:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 140° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OTJ
07 ✈️
25
14
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
5,680 ft 150 ft CON 66°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
14/32 4,757 ft 150 ft CON 136°
4.2 kt 4.3 kt
46° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Thanjavur Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOTJ
IATA Code: TJV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 253 ft MSL

Location

City: Thanjavur
Country: IN
Latitude: 10.723835°
Longitude: 79.109457°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,680 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 4,757 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Thanjavur Air Force Station

Thanjavur 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.

Thanjavur Air Force Station (VOTJ/TJV) is located in Thanjavur, IN at an elevation of 253 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (07/25, 14/32), with the longest at 5,680 feet.

Airport Overview

Thanjavur Air Force Station serves Thanjavur in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 2 runways (07/25, 14/32) with con surface. The longest runway measures 5,680 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 VOTJ, 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.