Trat Airport

VTBO / TDX

Laem Ngop, TH

Last Updated
Apr 22, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 11 hours ago
11:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
5 kt
220°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTBO 221100Z 22005KT 9999 FEW020 31/25 Q1006

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 105 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,105 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Trat Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 10.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (220°) at 5 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VTBO 221700Z 2218/2318 20005KT 9000 FEW020 BECMG 2220/2222 00000KT 4000 BR BECMG 2302/2304 22010KT 8000 NSW TEMPO 2306/2310 VRB15KT 4000 TSRA FEW018CB SCT020 BKN080
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
+0h
VFR 200° 5 kt
Visibility: 9 km
02:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 220° 10 kt
Visibility: 8 km
06:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR VRB 15 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TBO
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
5,899 ft 150 ft ASP 51°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VTBO

2,911 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
46.2%
MVFR
47.2%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
0.4%

Trat Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 46.2% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 6.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 7.7 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.8% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 36°C with an average of 28.4°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 7.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 15.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.4%
NE
29.7%
E
1.4%
SE
1.8%
S
10%
SW
24.1%
W
3%
NW
2.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.4°C
Range: 17°C to 36°C
17°C 36°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,911 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Trat Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTBO
IATA Code: TDX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 105 ft MSL

Location

City: Laem Ngop
Country: TH
Latitude: 12.274600°
Longitude: 102.319000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,899 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Trat Airport

Overview

Trat Airport serves the eastern coastal region of Thailand, located in Laem Ngop district near the Gulf of Thailand. As a medium-sized airport at 105 feet elevation, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Trat province, supporting regional and tourist travel to the area's eastern seaboard.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 56.8% of observations reporting visual flight rules and an additional 38.5% marginal VFR. Prevailing winds from the northeast (45°) average 7.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 21 knots. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 17°C to 35°C with an average of 27.8°C.

Notable Features

Trat Airport's single runway (05/23) is 5,899 feet long with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility. The coastal location suggests potential for marine layer development, though historical data indicates minimal fog occurrence (0.1% of observations) and consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 demonstrates exceptionally favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and a minimal average crosswind of 2.7 knots. October, November, and September represent the most consistently favorable VFR months for operations, offering optimal flying conditions for pilots approaching the airport.

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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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.