Taplejung Airport

VNTJ / TPJ

Taplejung, NP

Last Updated
Nov 13, 00:30Z

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Currently using: VEBD
Weather Source: Bagdogra Airport (VEBD)
Distance: 53nm / 97km from VNTJ

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2686 hours ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
1 kt
Variable
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBD 130030Z VRB01KT 5000 BR SKC 17/15 Q1015 NOSIG
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
749 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (7,990 ft)
Pressure Alt
7,938 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 10,096 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VEBD 041100Z 0412/0518 VRB02KT 5000 HZ NSC TEMPO 0500/0504 3000 BR BECMG 0506/0508 24005KT 6000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:56Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
00:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
06:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR 240° 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NTJ
07
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
07/25 2,313 ft 0 ft No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Taplejung Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VNTJ
IATA Code: TPJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7,990 ft MSL

Location

City: Taplejung
Country: NP
Latitude: 27.350900°
Longitude: 87.695250°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,313 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Taplejung Airport

Overview

Taplejung Airport serves the mountainous region of northeastern Nepal, located in the Taplejung District. Situated at a high elevation of 7,990 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical access to a challenging Himalayan terrain. The airport supports regional transportation needs in this remote mountain area.

Flying Conditions

Mountain airports at this elevation experience significant weather variability and can have rapid atmospheric changes. The high-altitude location means pilots should anticipate potential challenges with density altitude, particularly during warmer months. Wind conditions can be complex due to the surrounding mountainous topography, with potential for sudden wind shifts and turbulence.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (07/25) is relatively short at 2,313 feet, which requires careful performance planning for aircraft operations. Its geographic position at 27.350900° N, 87.695250° E places it in a region with significant terrain complexity and potential orographic weather effects. Pilots must be prepared for challenging approach and departure conditions typical of high-elevation mountain airports.

Approach Considerations

Approach to Runway 07/25 demands precise navigation and adherence to recommended procedures given the airport's elevated terrain. Pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning that accounts for the airport's high elevation and potential meteorological constraints. Standard mountain flying techniques and heightened situational awareness are critical for safe operations at this location.

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.