Ilam Airport

OICI / IIL

Ilam, IR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 20 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -7°C
10 kt
280°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
345 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OICI 041100Z 28010KT CAVOK 11/M07 Q1018 A3007
QNH
345 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
198 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,404 ft)
Pressure Alt
24,452 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 25,029 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +4.8°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ICI
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
9,183 ft 148 ft ASP 142°
7.7 kt 6.4 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - OICI

4,206 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87%
MVFR
11.8%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.2%

Ilam Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -8°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 2.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.6%
NE
2.6%
E
27%
SE
35.6%
S
7.9%
SW
3.4%
W
12.1%
NW
6.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.4°C
Range: -8°C to 36°C
-8°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 4,206 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Ilam Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OICI
IATA Code: IIL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,404 ft MSL

Location

City: Ilam
Country: IR
Latitude: 33.586601°
Longitude: 46.404800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 9,183 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ilam Airport

Overview

Ilam Airport (OICI) is a medium-sized airport located in western Iran at an elevation of 4,404 feet MSL. Situated at coordinates 33.586601, 46.404800, the airport serves regional aviation needs in the Ilam province with a single runway (14/32) measuring 9,183 feet in length and constructed with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Meteorological data indicates predominantly favorable visual flight conditions, with 88.1% of observations supporting VFR operations. The airport experiences a moderate temperature range from -8°C to 36°C, with an average of 13.4°C. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast (135°) at an average of 5 knots, rarely exceeding 17 knots, with calm conditions occurring 2.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport's significant elevation at 4,404 feet MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Runway 14/32 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind component of just 2.4 knots. Visibility is typically excellent, averaging 10 statute miles with minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Approach Considerations

Seasonal flying is most favorable during autumn months (September, October, November), which offer the most consistent VFR conditions. Runway 14/32's lengthy 9,183-foot asphalt surface provides ample landing and takeoff options. Pilots should anticipate southeastern wind patterns when planning approaches and be prepared for the airport's moderate elevation.

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.