Xingning Air Base

ZGXN / XIN

Meizhou (Xingning), CN

Last Updated
Jul 5, 01:00Z

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Currently using: ZGOW
Weather Source: Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (ZGOW)
Distance: 54nm / 101km from ZGXN

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 16 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
6 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZGOW 050100Z 20003MPS 170V240 9999 SCT015 29/26 Q1011 RESHRA BECMG AT0140 SHRA FEW026CB SCT030

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 2,600 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,500 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,600 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,000 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Xingning Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 6 knots. Runway 15L/33R is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,500 ft, few at 2,600 ft (CB), scattered at 3,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Heavy Thunderstorm Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 03:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Showers Rain between 22:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (0 ft)
Pressure Alt
68 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,748 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF AMD ZGOW 050104Z 0500/0524 18003MPS 6000 SCT040 TX34/0506Z TN26/0522Z TEMPO 0500/0503 1400 +TSRA FEW026CB SCT033 TEMPO 0506/0510 24008G13MPS 2000 +TSRA FEW023CB BKN033 TEMPO 0522/0524 SHRA FEW023CB BKN033
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:16Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
06:00Z TEMPO
+5h
IFR
Visibility: 2 km
Ceiling: 3,300 ft
Heavy Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GXN
15L
33R ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 33R
0 ft 0 ft
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
130° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Xingning Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZGXN
IATA Code: XIN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City: Meizhou (Xingning)
Country: CN
Latitude: 24.149200°
Longitude: 115.758003°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 15L/33R
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Xingning Air Base

Xingning Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the CN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Xingning Air Base (ZGXN/XIN) is located in Meizhou (Xingning), CN . The airport has 1 runway (15L/33R).

Airport Overview

Xingning Air Base serves Meizhou (Xingning) in CN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (15L/33R) with surface.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CAAC 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 Chinese AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from ZGXN, 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.