Savannakhet Airport

VLSK / ZVK

, LA

Last Updated
Mar 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 39 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
8 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VLSK 041000Z 04008KT 9999 FEW020 34/18 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 509 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,509 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (509 ft)
Pressure Alt
667 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,069 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VLSK 040500Z 0406/0506 06010KT 9999 FEW020 FEW100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:39Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LSK
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
5,358 ft 125 ft CON 39°
8.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VLSK

1,740 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
38%
MVFR
55.5%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
0%

Savannakhet Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 38% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.6 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 37°C with an average of 27.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are October, March, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 0.1%
Direction Distribution:
N
20.9%
NE
39.1%
E
14.7%
SE
5.2%
S
4.9%
SW
5.9%
W
4.9%
NW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.4°C
Range: 12°C to 37°C
12°C 37°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

October March January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 1.9 kt

Statistics computed from 1,740 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Savannakhet Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VLSK
IATA Code: ZVK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 509 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: LA
Latitude: 16.556601°
Longitude: 104.760002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 5,358 ft
Width: 125 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Savannakhet Airport

Overview

Savannakhet Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in Laos at an elevation of 509 feet MSL. Positioned at coordinates 16.556601, 104.760002, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the Savannakhet region. Its single runway 04/22 extends 5,358 feet and is constructed of concrete, supporting regional transportation needs.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly favorable flying conditions, with 93.2% of time spent in VFR or MVFR conditions. Winds predominantly blow from the northeast at 45 degrees, averaging 4.6 knots with occasional gusts up to 16 knots. Temperature ranges widely from 12°C to 35°C, with an average of 27.1°C, suggesting significant thermal variations pilots should anticipate.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning suggests a relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Laotian landscape. Runway 04/22 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and minimal average crosswind of just 1.9 knots. October, January, and December represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations.

Approach Considerations

Given the consistent northeast winds, runway 04 and 22 offer predictable approach conditions with minimal wind-related challenges. Visibility averages an excellent 10 statute miles, with no recorded instances of visibility below 3 miles. Pilots can expect reliable visual meteorological conditions, particularly during the identified optimal VFR months.

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.