Dhanbad Airport

VEDB / DBD

, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 13:30Z

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Currently using: VEDG
Weather Source: Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (VEDG)
Distance: 47nm / 86km from VEDB

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 9 hours ago
13:30Z

🌙 Night
IFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
180°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1002 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEDG 221330Z 18005KT 4000 HZ FEW020 33/22 Q1002 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 847 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,847 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Dhanbad Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 4 km visibility. Note: This observation is 8.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 25 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

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: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

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
1002 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
974 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (847 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,185 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,548 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.7°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EDB
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
3,728 ft 93 ft ASP 72°
1.7 kt 4.7 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dhanbad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEDB
IATA Code: DBD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 847 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IN
Latitude: 23.834000°
Longitude: 86.425301°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 3,728 ft
Width: 93 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Dhanbad Airport

Overview

Dhanbad Airport serves the Dhanbad region in Jharkhand, India, positioned at coordinates 23.834000, 86.425301. As a medium airport situated at an elevation of 847 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the eastern Indian industrial corridor.

Flying Conditions

Located in a region with significant seasonal variation, Dhanbad Airport experiences diverse meteorological conditions throughout the year. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts given the airport's terrain and elevation, with particular attention to wind patterns affecting the 07/25 runway orientation.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) measuring 3,728 feet long with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its elevation of 847 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment, which requires standard terrain awareness and approach planning.

Approach Considerations

Runway 07/25 provides the primary approach avenue, with surface characteristics typical of an asphalt runway. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during approach, considering the airport's moderate elevation and potential regional atmospheric variations.

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.