Aurangabad Airport

VAAU / IXU

Aurangabad, IN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 01:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
01:00Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
0 kt
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAAU 230100Z 00000KT 4000 HZ SCT100 26/13 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,911 ft
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,911 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Aurangabad Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 9 hours. Conditions are expected to remain IFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Mist, Haze, Haze.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
946 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,911 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,009 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,788 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VAAU 222300Z 2300/2309 VRB03KT 2500 BR HZ FEW020 SCT100 BECMG 2304/2306 03008KT 4000 HZ FEW020 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:24Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist, Haze
04:00Z BECMG
+3h
IFR 30° 8 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
AAU
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 9,314 ft 148 ft Macadam 89°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
89° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VAAU

6,059 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
21%
IFR
74.9%
LIFR
4%

Aurangabad Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 78.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 2.6 knots. Calm conditions occur 55.7% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 8°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 2.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 10 kt
Calm Winds: 55.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.6%
NE
2.6%
E
12.9%
SE
1.5%
S
2.1%
SW
2.6%
W
11.5%
NW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.6°C
Range: 8°C to 41°C
8°C 41°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.2 kt

Statistics computed from 6,059 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Aurangabad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAAU
IATA Code: IXU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,911 ft MSL

Location

City: Aurangabad
Country: IN
Latitude: 19.862700°
Longitude: 75.398102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,314 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Macadam
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Aurangabad Airport

Overview

Aurangabad Airport serves the city of Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India, operating as a medium-sized airport at 1911 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 19.862700, 75.398102, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, supporting regional and potentially some commercial aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate predominantly instrument flight conditions, with 77.4% of observations indicating IFR and 4.6% LIFR status. Temperature variations range from 8°C to 33°C, with an average of 23.7°C. Wind patterns are characterized by easterly prevailing winds at an average of 2.6 knots, with calm conditions occurring 57.2% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 09/27, constructed of macadam surface and extending 9,314 feet in length. The terrain surrounding Aurangabad Airport is relatively stable, with the airport elevation providing a moderate operational environment. Prevailing winds consistently favor the existing runway orientation, with 100% wind alignment.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27 presents minimal crosswind challenges, with an average crosswind of only 1.2 knots. January, September, and October offer the most favorable visual flight conditions. Pilots should prepare for primarily instrument meteorological conditions and be equipped for potential reduced visibility scenarios.

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.