Paya Lebar Air Base

WSAP / QPG

Paya Lebar, SG

Last Updated
Apr 22, 15:16Z

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 31 min ago
15:16Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
3 kt
320°
8 km
Visibility
15,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI WSAP 221516Z 32003KT 8000 TSRA FEW014 FEW017CB FEW018TCU BKN150 25/24 Q1010 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 65 ft
FEW 1,400 ft AGL
FEW 1,700 ft AGL (CB)
FEW 1,800 ft AGL (TCU)
BKN 15,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,465 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,765 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,865 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
15,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,065 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Paya Lebar Air Base is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 15,000 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northwest (320°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 15000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,700 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°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 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (65 ft)
Pressure Alt
163 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,379 ft
ISA Deviation: +10.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WSAP 221100Z 2212/2318 02004KT 9999 FEW015 SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
SAP
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
12,401 ft 200 ft ASP 22°
1.5 kt 2.6 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WSAP

5,341 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89%
MVFR
9.5%
IFR
1.3%
LIFR
0.3%

Paya Lebar Air Base enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 4.6 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.1°C (range: 22°C to 35°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, October, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 4.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 0.3%
Direction Distribution:
N
40.8%
NE
13.1%
E
7.4%
SE
6.8%
S
4.7%
SW
6.6%
W
6.7%
NW
13.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.1°C
Range: 22°C to 35°C
22°C 35°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

January October March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 5,341 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Paya Lebar Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WSAP
IATA Code: QPG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 65 ft MSL

Location

City: Paya Lebar
Country: SG
Latitude: 1.360420°
Longitude: 103.910004°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 12,401 ft
Width: 200 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Paya Lebar Air Base

Paya Lebar Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the SG AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Paya Lebar Air Base (WSAP) is a medium-sized airport located in Singapore at 1.360420, 103.910004, with an elevation of 65 feet MSL. The base primarily serves military aviation operations in the region, situated in the Paya Lebar district. Its single runway 02/20 extends 12,401 feet, providing substantial operational capacity for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Paya Lebar are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 88.4% of observations reporting VFR conditions. Temperature remains consistently warm, averaging 28°C with a range between 22°C and 35°C. Wind patterns are stable, predominantly from the north (0°) at an average of 4.3 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 20 knots and minimal calm periods.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (02/20) is asphalted and offers exceptional wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions. The geographical location provides stable meteorological characteristics, with minimal visibility restrictions and no recorded instances of fog. The surrounding terrain and airspace contribute to predictable flight conditions throughout the year.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect optimal approach conditions, particularly during peak VFR months of January, October, and September. The runway experiences an average crosswind of just 2.4 knots, facilitating straightforward landing and takeoff procedures. The consistent wind patterns and high percentage of VFR conditions make this a relatively predictable airport environment for most aviation operations.

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.