Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport

WALL / BPN

Balikpapan, ID

Last Updated
Mar 4, 13:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
13:30Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
14 kt
240°
2 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WALL 041330Z 24014KT 2000 TSRA FEW016CB SCT017 27/25 Q1009 RMK CB OVER THE FIELD

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 12 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,612 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,712 ft AMSL
QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1009 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (12 ft)
Pressure Alt
140 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,583 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ALL
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 67°
13.8 kt 2.4 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 - WALL

8,262 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.6%
MVFR
12.4%
IFR
2.6%
LIFR
1.4%

Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 4.7 knots, with gusts recorded up to 85 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.2°C (range: 23°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 4.7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 85 kt
Calm Winds: 2%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.1%
NE
7.9%
E
11.3%
SE
0.7%
S
4.1%
SW
23.8%
W
18.6%
NW
15.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.2°C
Range: 23°C to 33°C
23°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

March December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 07/25
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.4 kt

Statistics computed from 8,262 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WALL
IATA Code: BPN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 12 ft MSL

Location

City: Balikpapan
Country: ID
Latitude: -1.268342°
Longitude: 116.894520°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport

Overview

Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport serves the major city of Balikpapan in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. As a large international airport situated at a low elevation of 12 ft mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional and international air transportation. The airport's primary runway 07/25 offers a substantial 8,202 ft asphalt surface for diverse aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Located near the equator at coordinates -1.268342, 116.894520, the airport experiences consistent tropical maritime weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate high humidity and potential convective activity typical of Indonesian coastal regions. The low elevation and geographical position suggest minimal altitude-related performance considerations for most aircraft.

Notable Features

Balikpapan's coastal location means pilots should be prepared for potential maritime weather influences, including sea breezes and rapid visibility changes. The airport's substantial runway length accommodates wide-body aircraft and provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational scenarios. The asphalt runway surface indicates standard ground handling characteristics.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway oriented 07/25, wind direction will significantly influence approach and departure procedures. Pilots should be prepared to utilize the full 8,202 ft runway length, which provides ample space for most commercial and cargo aircraft. Standard instrument approach procedures will be influenced by the airport's low coastal elevation and surrounding terrain characteristics.

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.