Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

VILH / IXL

Leh, IN

Last Updated
Nov 13, 00:30Z

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Weather Source: Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (VILH)
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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2691 hours ago
00:30Z
🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
-6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -15°C
1 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1027 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VILH 130030Z VRB01KT 6000 FEW070 M06/M15 Q1027 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10,682 ft
FEW 7,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
17,682 ft AMSL
QNH
1027 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
671 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10,682 ft)
Pressure Alt
10,270 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 10,314 ft
ISA Deviation: +0.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VILH 040930Z 0418/0512 27010KT 6000 SCT120 BKN150 BECMG 0506/0508 29005KT 6000 FEW070 SCT120 BKN150
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 15,000 ft
06:00Z BECMG
+3h
MVFR 290° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 15,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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↑
ILH
06
24
07L
25R
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 500 ft 85 ft ASP 59° No wind data
07/25 500 ft 60 ft ASP 71° No wind data
07L/25R 9,040 ft 150 ft ASP 68° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VILH
IATA Code: IXL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10,682 ft MSL

Location

City: Leh
Country: IN
Latitude: 34.135899°
Longitude: 77.546501°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 500 ft
Width: 85 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07/25
Length: 500 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 07L/25R
Length: 9,040 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
0°@1kt
Density Alt
10682ft, -6°C
Performance
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About Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport

Overview

Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport serves the high-altitude region of Ladakh in northern India, located in the city of Leh at an elevation of 10,682 feet above mean sea level. The airport is a critical transportation infrastructure for this mountainous area, providing essential connectivity to a region with challenging geographical terrain.

Flying Conditions

Due to its extreme elevation of 10,682 feet MSL, the airport presents significant atmospheric challenges for aviation operations. Pilots should anticipate potential performance limitations related to high-altitude density altitude, which can substantially impact aircraft performance and operational capabilities during takeoff and landing.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with asphalted surfaces: two shorter runways at 500 feet in length (06/24 and 07/25) and one substantial runway measuring 9,040 feet (07L/25R). The geographical coordinates (34.135899, 77.546501) position the airport in a high-mountain region with complex surrounding terrain that requires precise navigation and heightened situational awareness.

Approach Considerations

Given the airport's mountainous environment and high elevation, pilots must exercise extreme caution during approach and departure phases. The longer 9,040-foot runway (07L/25R) provides the most suitable option for most aircraft operations, offering increased operational flexibility compared to the shorter runways.

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.

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Field elev: 10,682 ft
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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.