Kashan Airport

OIFK / KKS

Kashan, IR

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

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Currently using: OIFM
Weather Source: Isfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport (OIFM)
Distance: 70nm / 130km from OIFK

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 7 hours ago
09:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
14°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
344 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OIFM 040930Z 00000KT 9999 FEW040 SCT100 14/M02 Q1016 A3002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,465 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,465 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,465 ft AMSL
QNH
344 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
229 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,465 ft)
Pressure Alt
23,543 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 24,255 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +5.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OIFM 041110Z 0412/0518 30010KT FEW035CB SCT040 BKN100 TEMPO 0411/0418 24012G24KT 5000 TSRA SCT030CB SCT035 OVC090 BECMG 0417/0419 24008KT NSC TEMPO 0509/0512 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 300° 10 kt
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
17:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 240° 8 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IFK
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
11/29 8,845 ft 145 ft ASP 110°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kashan Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OIFK
IATA Code: KKS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,465 ft MSL

Location

City: Kashan
Country: IR
Latitude: 33.895302°
Longitude: 51.577000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 8,845 ft
Width: 145 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kashan Airport

Overview

Kashan Airport serves the city of Kashan in central Iran, located at 33.895302, 51.577000. Positioned at an elevation of 3,465 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region. The airport supports regional transportation and potentially serves military and civilian aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Central Iranian terrain and elevation suggest significant potential for temperature and density altitude variations. The 3,465 ft MSL elevation indicates pilots should anticipate performance considerations, especially during warmer months. Winds likely interact dynamically with the surrounding terrain, potentially creating localized turbulence and wind shear conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (11/29) measuring 8,845 feet in length, providing substantial operational flexibility for medium-sized aircraft. Its considerable runway length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types and supports various operational requirements. The airport's geographic position suggests potential exposure to regional meteorological complexities typical of Iranian plateau environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 orientation suggests prevailing wind patterns may influence approach and departure strategies. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind conditions given the runway's alignment. The substantial 8,845-foot runway length provides significant margin for landing and takeoff performance, offering operational resilience across varying aircraft capabilities.

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.