Rach Gia Airport

VVRG / VKG

Rach Gia, VN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

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Currently using: VVCT
Weather Source: Can Tho International Airport (VVCT)
Distance: 35nm / 65km from VVRG

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
4 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVCT 040200Z 14004KT 9999 SCT015 29/26 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,507 ft AMSL
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7 ft)
Pressure Alt
75 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,757 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VVCT 032300Z 0400/0424 11006KT 9999 SCT015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VRG
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
4,921 ft 98 ft ASP
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Rach Gia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVRG
IATA Code: VKG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Rach Gia
Country: VN
Latitude: 9.958030°
Longitude: 105.132380°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Rach Gia Airport

Overview

Rach Gia Airport serves the Kien Giang Province in southwestern Vietnam, located in the Mekong Delta region. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 7 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical regional transportation infrastructure for the local area and supports various aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation and coastal delta location suggest potential for variable wind conditions and occasional low visibility scenarios. Pilots should anticipate potential meteorological challenges typical of tropical maritime environments, including potential seasonal monsoon influences and rapid weather transitions.

Notable Features

The single runway (08/26) measuring 4,921 feet with an asphalt surface provides moderate operational capabilities for aircraft. Its geographic positioning near the Gulf of Thailand means terrain is predominantly flat, with minimal surrounding elevation changes that could impact approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 offers flexibility for arrivals and departures based on prevailing wind conditions. Given the relatively short runway length, pilots should carefully evaluate aircraft performance parameters and weight considerations during flight planning for this airport.

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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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.