Mae Sot Airport

VTPM / MAQ

, TH

Last Updated
Mar 4, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
8 kt
260°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTPM 040800Z 26008KT 230V300 9000 NSC 34/20 Q1007 NOSIG
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (690 ft)
Pressure Alt
878 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,324 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTPM 040500Z 0406/0506 24005KT 5000 HZ FEW030 BECMG 0421/0423 36005KT 2500 BR BECMG 0502/0504 25005KT 8000 NSW
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:04Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
21:00Z BECMG
+12h
IFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TPM
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
4,921 ft 98 ft ASP 89°
7.9 kt 1.4 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTPM

1,907 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
71.9%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Mae Sot Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 71.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 5.8 knots. Calm conditions occur 14.3% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 11°C and 35°C with an average of 27.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, November, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 5.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 14.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.3%
NE
21.3%
E
21%
SE
4.4%
S
4.9%
SW
8.9%
W
13.1%
NW
4.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 11°C to 35°C
11°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

October November December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 1,907 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mae Sot Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTPM
IATA Code: MAQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 690 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: TH
Latitude: 16.699900°
Longitude: 98.545097°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mae Sot Airport

Overview

Mae Sot Airport is a medium-sized airport located at coordinates 16.699900, 98.545097 in Thailand, situated at an elevation of 690 feet MSL. The airport serves the Mae Sot region, providing critical aviation infrastructure for the area with a single runway 09/27 measuring 4,921 feet long and surfaced with asphalt.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mae Sot are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 76% of observations supporting VFR operations and only 1% indicating instrument flight conditions. Temperature ranges from 11°C to 34°C, with an average of 26.7°C. Winds are typically from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 5.8 knots with occasional peaks up to 15 knots, and calm conditions occur 16.5% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's runway is oriented 09/27, positioned to maximize wind alignment with prevailing northeast winds. Visibility is consistently good, averaging 10 statute miles with extremely rare instances of reduced visibility (fog present in only 0.2% of observations). The best visual flying months are October, November, and December, offering optimal meteorological conditions for pilots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 demonstrates exceptional wind compatibility, with 100% favorable wind conditions and a minimal average crosswind of 2.7 knots. Pilots can expect consistent approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months. The low crosswind component and high percentage of VFR days make this airport relatively straightforward for navigation and landing.

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

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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.