Whitegrass Airport

NVVW / TAH

Tanna Island, VU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 09:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
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☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
1 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
1,800 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR NVVW 050900Z VRB01KT 9999 -DZ BKN018 OVC045 26/25 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 19 ft
BKN 1,800 ft AGL
OVC 4,500 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,819 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,519 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF NVVW 050500Z 0506/0606 16005KT 9999 BKN020 OVC110 INTER 0506/0512 8000 SHRA FEW010 BKN018 OVC090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:50Z BASE
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MVFR 160° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
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Airport Runway Layout

N
VVW
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
15/33 4,035 ft 98 ft ASP 157° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - NVVW

2,085 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
74.8%
MVFR
24.4%
IFR
0.6%
LIFR
0.1%

Whitegrass Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 74.8% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 8.2 knots, with gusts recorded up to 211 knots. Calm conditions occur 25% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 16°C and 34°C with an average of 27.5°C. The best months for VFR flying are December, November, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 8.2 kt
Maximum Recorded: 211 kt
Calm Winds: 25%
Direction Distribution:
N
10.7%
NE
4%
E
20.1%
SE
18.1%
S
19.5%
SW
1.1%
W
0.8%
NW
0.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 16°C to 34°C
16°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

December November October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 15/33
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,085 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Whitegrass Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: NVVW
IATA Code: TAH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 19 ft MSL

Location

City: Tanna Island
Country: VU
Latitude: -19.455099°
Longitude: 169.223999°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-11

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,035 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Whitegrass Airport

Overview

Whitegrass Airport serves Tanna Island in Vanuatu, positioned at a low elevation of 19 ft MSL. As a medium airport with a single 4,035 ft asphalted runway (15/33), it provides essential aviation access to this South Pacific island location, supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 79.3% of observations reporting clear weather and only 0.2% IFR conditions. Prevailing winds from the southeast (135°) average 8.2 knots, with temperatures consistently warm, ranging from 16°C to 34°C and averaging 27.1°C. November, December, and October represent the most favorable VFR months.

Notable Features

Located at coordinates -19.455099, 169.223999, Whitegrass Airport sits in a tropical maritime environment characteristic of Vanuatu's island terrain. The runway experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of just 4.7 knots, providing generally stable approach conditions.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistent wind conditions from the southeast, with calm periods occurring 27.4% of the time. The runway's orientation and length suggest straightforward approaches, with excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced meteorological conditions. Exceptional visibility and wind stability make this a predictable operational environment.

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.