Tambaram Air Force Station

VOTX

Chennai, IN

Last Updated
May 15, 07:00Z

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Currently using: VOMM
Weather Source: Chennai International Airport (VOMM)
Distance: 6nm / 11km from VOTX

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 29 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 28°C
7 kt
90°
5 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1003 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOMM 150700Z 09007KT 5000 BR SCT018 FEW025CB BKN100 32/28 Q1003 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
SCT 1,800 ft AGL
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,890 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,590 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tambaram Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 7 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 28°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. 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. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Haze, Light Thunderstorm RA/RA, Light DZ/BR. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm RA/RA between 06:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 00:00Z.

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
1003 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1000 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (90 ft)
Pressure Alt
398 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,460 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOMM 150501Z 1506/1612 02010KT 5000 HZ SCT020 BKN100 TEMPO 1506/1512 4000 -TSRA/RA SCT015 FEW025TCU/CB BKN080 BECMG 1509/1510 09010KT BECMG 1518/1519 23005KT 4000 -DZ/BR TEMPO 1518/1524 SCT020 FEW025TCU/CB BKN100 BECMG 1605/1606 16010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Haze
09:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 90° 10 kt
18:00Z BECMG
+11h
IFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Light DZ/BR
18:00Z TEMPO
+11h
VFR
Ceiling: 10,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OTX
05
23
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 4,965 ft 150 ft ASP 43°
4.8 kt 5.1 kt
47° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
5,965 ft 150 ft ASP 119°
6.1 kt 3.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tambaram Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOTX
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 90 ft MSL

Location

City: Chennai
Country: IN
Latitude: 12.907200°
Longitude: 80.121902°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,965 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 5,965 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tambaram Air Force Station

Tambaram 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.

Tambaram Air Force Station (VOTX) is located in Chennai, IN at an elevation of 90 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (05/23, 12/30), with the longest at 5,965 feet.

Airport Overview

Tambaram Air Force Station serves Chennai 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 (05/23, 12/30) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,965 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 VOTX, 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.