Muzaffarabad Airport

OPMF / MFG

Muzaffarabad, PK

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:00Z

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Currently using: OPIS
Weather Source: Islamabad International Airport (OPIS)
Distance: 58nm / 108km from OPMF

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 16 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
10 kt
90°
4 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OPIS 070700Z 09010KT 4000 FU FEW040 BKN100 26/16 Q1015 TEMPO 30 00

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,691 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,691 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
12,691 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
925 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,691 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,639 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,605 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF OPIS 070500Z 0706/0812 30008G18KT 4000 FU FEW040 BKN100 TEMPO 0706/0709 11005G15KT BECMG 0712/0716 23006G16KT 5000 HZ FEW040 TEMPO 0700/0703 3000 FU BECMG 0803/0807 30015G25KT 4000 FU FEW040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:15Z BASE
+0h
IFR 300° 8 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Smoke
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 230° 6 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PMF
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
2,960 ft 75 ft ASP 132°
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

Muzaffarabad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OPMF
IATA Code: MFG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,691 ft MSL

Location

City: Muzaffarabad
Country: PK
Latitude: 34.339001°
Longitude: 73.508598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 2,960 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Muzaffarabad Airport

Overview

Muzaffarabad Airport serves the capital city of Azad Kashmir, located in northern Pakistan. Situated at an elevation of 2,691 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential regional connectivity in a mountainous terrain. The medium-sized airport supports local transportation needs in this challenging geographical region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 2,691 feet MSL indicates a significant altitude that can impact aircraft performance and density altitude calculations. The mountainous location suggests potential for variable weather conditions, including rapid changes in visibility and wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential turbulence and wind shear typical of elevated terrain in this region.

Notable Features

Muzaffarabad Airport features a single runway (13/31) with an asphalt surface measuring 2,960 feet in length. The airport's geographical coordinates (34.339001, 73.508598) place it in a complex mountainous landscape, which requires careful navigation and terrain awareness. The relatively short runway length necessitates careful performance planning for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

The single runway (13/31) orientation suggests potential wind-related approach considerations. Given the airport's elevated and mountainous location, pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind conditions and carefully calculate landing performance. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical due to the surrounding terrain and potential meteorological challenges.

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

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.