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MVFRRawalakot Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the northwest (310°) at 5 knots. Runway 01/19 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 7°C, indicating very dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 01/19
Active: 01
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2,958 ft | 75 ft | ASP | 13° |
↑ 2.5 kt
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↔ 4.3 kt
60° angle
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Overview
Rawalakot Airport serves the Rawalakot region in Pakistan, positioned at an elevation of 5,479 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 33.849701, 73.798103, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport features a single asphalt runway (01/19) measuring 2,958 feet in length.
Flying Conditions
The airport's high elevation at 5,479 feet MSL significantly impacts aircraft performance and requires careful planning for takeoff and landing calculations. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges related to density altitude, particularly during warmer periods when aircraft performance can be substantially reduced. The mountainous terrain surrounding the airport likely contributes to variable and potentially complex local weather patterns.
Notable Features
Rawalakot Airport is situated in a mountainous region, which introduces specific terrain considerations for pilots. The single runway (01/19) is oriented in a north-south direction, which may influence approach and departure strategies. The asphalt surface provides standard operational capabilities for medium-sized aircraft appropriate to the airport's classification.
Approach Considerations
Runway 01/19's length of 2,958 feet requires precise aircraft management, especially given the high elevation. Pilots should conduct thorough performance calculations considering the airport's altitude and potential terrain-induced wind variations. Standard instrument approach procedures would be critical for safe navigation in this mountainous environment.
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