Phu Bai International Airport

VVPB / HUI

Huế, VN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 34 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
8 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1004 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VVPB 220800Z 09008KT 9999 FEW020 34/21 Q1004 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 48 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,048 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Phu Bai International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (90°) at 8 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry 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. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 07:00Z and 11:00Z.

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.

QNH
1004 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1002 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (48 ft)
Pressure Alt
326 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,618 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +19.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VVPB 220500Z 2206/2306 08010KT 9999 FEW020 TEMPO 2207/2211 TS SCT013 FEW017CB BECMG 2212/2213 26005KT BECMG 2304/2305 07010KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:34Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 260° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VPB
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
8,775 ft 130 ft ASP 93°
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 - VVPB

9,953 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
58.6%
MVFR
26.4%
IFR
13%
LIFR
2%

Phu Bai International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 58.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 15% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 132 knots. Temperature extremes range from 14°C to 96°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, September, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 132 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
9.7%
NE
11.5%
E
21.8%
SE
4.8%
S
8.2%
SW
13.6%
W
20%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.3°C
Range: 14°C to 96°C
14°C 96°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.4%

Best Months for VFR

April September February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 09/27
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 9,953 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Phu Bai International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VVPB
IATA Code: HUI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 48 ft MSL

Location

City: Huế
Country: VN
Latitude: 16.400628°
Longitude: 107.703094°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 8,775 ft
Width: 130 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Phu Bai International Airport

Overview

Phu Bai International Airport serves the Huế region in central Vietnam, situated at a low elevation of 48 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport with a single 8,775-foot asphalted runway (09/27), it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding coastal area. The airport supports various aviation operations in a strategically important geographical location.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Phu Bai demonstrate significant variability, with Visual Flight Rules (VFR) predominating at 53.8% of observations. Marginal VFR conditions occur 26.9% of the time, while Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are present in 16.4% of observations. Pilots can expect predominantly westerly winds averaging 5.8 knots, with temperature ranges from 14°C to 96°C and excellent average visibility of 10 statute miles.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (09/27) offers consistent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. Crosswinds average just 3 knots, providing relatively comfortable landing and takeoff scenarios. Geographic positioning near the coast suggests potential for rapid weather changes and wind variability, particularly during seasonal transitions.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and January represent the most favorable months for visual flying conditions at Phu Bai. Pilots should anticipate westerly wind patterns and prepare for potential instrument conditions, given the 16.4% IFR occurrence rate. The long runway and consistent wind characteristics generally support predictable approach and departure procedures.

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.