Khoram Abad Airport

OICK / KHD

, IR

Last Updated
Apr 23, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 58 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 7°C
6 kt
270°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OICK 231100Z 27006KT CAVOK 22/07 Q1016

Weather Briefing

VFR

Khoram Abad Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots. Runway 29 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 7°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.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ICK
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
10,498 ft 148 ft ASP 113°
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 - OICK

4,251 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
94.6%
MVFR
4.7%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0%

Khoram Abad Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 94.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SE averaging 5.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 45 knots. Calm conditions occur 15.9% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 37°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SE (135°)
Average Speed: 5.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 45 kt
Calm Winds: 15.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
2.5%
NE
2.6%
E
10.3%
SE
26.7%
S
4.7%
SW
7.7%
W
24.4%
NW
5.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.9°C
Range: -6°C to 37°C
-6°C 37°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

March September October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.5 kt

Statistics computed from 4,251 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Khoram Abad Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OICK
IATA Code: KHD
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,782 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: IR
Latitude: 33.435398°
Longitude: 48.282902°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,498 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Khoram Abad Airport

Overview

Khoram Abad Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located in western Iran at 3782 feet mean sea level. Positioned at coordinates 33.435398, 48.282902, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in the region with a substantial runway measuring 10,498 feet in length.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Khoram Abad Airport are predominantly VFR, with 95.8% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Wind patterns are consistently from the southeast at an average of 5.5 knots, with temperature ranges spanning from -6°C to 37°C. Pilots can expect excellent visibility, with an average of 10 statute miles and minimal instances of reduced visibility.

Notable Features

The airport's elevation of 3782 feet MSL indicates a moderately high-altitude environment, which may impact aircraft performance. The single runway (11/29) is asphalt-surfaced and experiences favorable wind conditions, with wind aligned 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 2.4 knots. September through November represent the most consistently favorable VFR flying months.

Approach Considerations

With a prevailing southeast wind at 135 degrees, runway 11/29 offers optimal wind alignment for most approaches. The low incidence of adverse weather (only 0.4% IFR conditions) suggests reliable approach and landing conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable wind conditions but be prepared for occasional stronger gusts, with maximum recorded winds reaching 45 knots.

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.