Hashimara Air Force Station

VEHX

Jalpaiguri, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 614 hours ago
08:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
50°
6 km
Visibility
9,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEHX 280830Z 05006KT 6000 FEW015 SCT020 BKN090 22/20 Q1008 TEMPO RA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 340 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,840 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,340 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,340 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hashimara Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 9,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 614.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 6 knots. Runway 10L/28R is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 9000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Haze between 08:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
997 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (340 ft)
Pressure Alt
498 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,420 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VEHX 221530Z 2300/2312 VRB02KT 5000 BR FEW030 SCT100 TEMPO 2308/2310 11005KT 5000 TSHZ SCT030 FEW030CB SCT090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Mist
08:00Z TEMPO
+10h
MVFR 110° 5 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Thunderstorm Haze

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EHX
10L ✈️
28R
11R ✈️
29L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10L/28R
Active: 10L
6,000 ft 110 ft ASP 105°
3.9 kt 4.6 kt
50° angle
✈️ 11R/29L
Active: 11R
9,000 ft 148 ft PEM 106°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Hashimara Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEHX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 340 ft MSL

Location

City: Jalpaiguri
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.698299°
Longitude: 89.369102°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 10L/28R
Length: 6,000 ft
Width: 110 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11R/29L
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Hashimara Air Force Station

Hashimara Air Force Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Hashimara Air Force Station is located in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India, serving as a medium-sized military airfield. Positioned at an elevation of 340 feet above mean sea level, the station provides strategic aerial capabilities in the northeastern region of India.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation of 340 ft MSL suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions typical of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations common to the northeastern Indian climate, which can include monsoon-related weather patterns during certain times of the year.

Notable Features

The air force station features two distinct runways: a 6000-foot asphalted runway (10L/28R) and a 9000-foot Portland Cement Measurement (PEM) runway (11R/29L). These runway configurations provide operational flexibility for different aircraft types and mission requirements, with substantial runway lengths supporting various military aviation needs.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests potential wind considerations, with 10L/28R and 11R/29L offering alternative approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway lengths of 6000 and 9000 feet provide ample space for most military aircraft operations, allowing for comfortable approach and landing margins.

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

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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.