Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB

WIBB / PKU

Pekanbaru, ID

Last Updated
May 14, 22:30Z

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 46 min ago
22:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
6 kt
160°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WIBB 142230Z 16006KT 6000 -TSRA SCT010 FEW015CB 24/24 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 102 ft
SCT 1,000 ft AGL
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,102 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,602 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,000 feet and 6 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 18/36 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,000 ft, few at 1,500 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 21:00Z and 01:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (102 ft)
Pressure Alt
290 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,394 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WIBB 141700Z 1418/1518 17005KT 8000 SCT010 TEMPO 1421/1501 3000
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:15Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 5 kt
Visibility: 8 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IBB
18 ✈️
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 18
7,360 ft 98 ft ASP 182°
5.6 kt 2.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WIBB

11,386 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
35.5%
MVFR
56.5%
IFR
6.5%
LIFR
1.6%

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 35.5% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 8.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 4.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 43 knots. Calm conditions occur 13.7% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 21°C and 37°C with an average of 27.1°C. The best months for VFR flying are November, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 4.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 43 kt
Calm Winds: 13.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
12.1%
NE
15.8%
E
9.7%
SE
7.4%
S
11.3%
SW
7.1%
W
6.6%
NW
16.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.1°C
Range: 21°C to 37°C
21°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

November October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 18/36
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.8 kt

Statistics computed from 11,386 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WIBB
IATA Code: PKU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 102 ft MSL

Location

City: Pekanbaru
Country: ID
Latitude: 0.458647°
Longitude: 101.444321°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 7,360 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport / Roesmin Nurjadin AFB is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the ID AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport serves Pekanbaru, Indonesia, as a medium-sized airport supporting both civilian and military operations. Located at an elevation of 102 ft MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Riau province. Its single runway 18/36 measures 7,360 feet and is asphalted, accommodating various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at WIBB are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 40.5% VFR and 52.3% marginal VFR conditions. The airport experiences consistent northwest winds averaging 4.9 knots, with occasional gusts up to 35 knots. Temperature remains stable, ranging between 21°C and 37°C, with an average of 26.9°C, providing generally stable flying conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic position near the equator contributes to its consistent weather patterns. Calm wind conditions occur approximately 13% of the time, which can impact runway selection. Visibility is typically excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal occurrences of reduced visibility or fog (0.3%).

Approach Considerations

Runway 18/36 offers favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of just 2.8 knots. October, November, and September represent the best months for visual flying, characterized by the most stable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate predominantly northwest winds when planning approaches and departures.

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.