Batken Airport

UA30

Batken, KG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 10:00Z

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Currently using: UTDL
Weather Source: Khujand Airport (UTDL)
Distance: 53nm / 99km from UA30

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 36 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
14 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
8,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR UTDL 221000Z 09007MPS 9999 SCT060CB BKN083 22/12 Q1007 R08/CLRD70 NOSIG RMK QFE716/0955

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,602 ft
SCT 6,000 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 8,300 ft AGL
SCT (CB)
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,602 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,902 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Batken Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 8,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 14 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 11-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 8300 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 6,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture 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 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain, Light Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 06:00Z and 09:00Z. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 10:00Z and 06:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
887 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,602 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,790 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,494 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF UTDL 220500Z 2206/2306 07005MPS 9999 FEW070CB BKN080 TEMPO 2206/2209 -SHRA SCT060CB BECMG 2209/2211 VRB02MPS TEMPO 2210/2306 VRB10MPS 3100 -TSRA SCT050CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
A30
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
5,905 ft 115 ft ASP 143°
9.0 kt 10.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Batken Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: UA30
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,602 ft MSL

Location

City: Batken
Country: KG
Latitude: 40.042899°
Longitude: 70.837840°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,905 ft
Width: 115 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Batken Airport

Overview

Batken Airport serves the Batken region in southern Kyrgyzstan, providing critical regional transportation infrastructure. Located at 40.042899, 70.837840, this medium airport supports local and regional aviation needs at an elevation of 3,602 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high-altitude location at 3,602 ft MSL requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude challenges, particularly during warmer months, which can significantly impact aircraft takeoff and landing performance.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalted surface measuring 5,905 feet in length. Its geographic positioning in a mountainous region suggests potential terrain-induced wind variations and potential turbulence during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 provides pilots with a single directional approach option, with the runway aligned approximately northeast/southwest. Given the airport's elevation and mountain terrain, pilots should maintain heightened situational awareness during all phases of flight and conduct thorough preflight planning specific to the local environmental conditions.

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.