Pune Airport / Lohagaon Air Force Station

VAPO / PNQ

Pune, IN

Last Updated
Apr 24, 02:00Z

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
Stale 11 hours ago
02:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
3 kt
230°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VAPO 240200Z 23003KT 5000 HZ SCT040 SCT080 26/12 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,942 ft
SCT 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 8,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,942 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,942 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Pune Airport / Lohagaon Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,000 feet and 5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 10.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southwest (230°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,000 ft, scattered at 8,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 25 knots during the period. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 8 to 25 knots. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 13:00Z and 15:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 10:00Z and 14:00Z.

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 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
1012 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
947 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,942 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,980 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,766 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF VAPO 241100Z 2412/2518 02010G20KT 6000 SCT030 FEW030CB BKN090 TEMPO 2413/2415 03025KT 3000 TSRA BKN030 BKN090 BECMG 2503/2505 06008KT 6000 FEW030 SCT100 TEMPO 2510/2514 35015G25KT 6000 TS SCT030 SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
12:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 20° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
13:00Z TEMPO
+1h
IFR 30° 25 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
APO
10
28 ✈️
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
10,000 ft 150 ft ASP 94°
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
5,893 ft 150 ft ASP 134°
0.0 kt 3.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pune Airport / Lohagaon Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VAPO
IATA Code: PNQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,942 ft MSL

Location

City: Pune
Country: IN
Latitude: 18.582100°
Longitude: 73.919701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 10,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,893 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pune Airport / Lohagaon Air Force Station

Pune Airport / Lohagaon Air Force Station is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the IN AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Overview

Pune Airport, located at an elevation of 1,942 feet MSL, serves as a dual-purpose civil and military airfield in western Maharashtra, India. Situated near the city of Pune at coordinates 18.582100, 73.919701, this medium-sized airport supports both commercial and Air Force operations, leveraging its strategic location in the region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 1,942 feet MSL suggests potential temperature and density altitude variations that pilots should consider during operations. Given its inland location, the airport may experience significant seasonal weather changes, which could impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing on its two asphalted runways.

Notable Features

Pune Airport features two significant runways: a primary 10,000-foot runway (10/28) and a secondary 5,893-foot runway (14/32), both constructed with asphalt surfaces. The dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility and allows for different wind conditions, which is critical for safe aircraft movements at this medium-sized airport.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should be prepared to utilize either the 10/28 or 14/32 runway based on prevailing wind conditions and air traffic control instructions. The substantial length of the primary runway (10,000 feet) offers considerable margin for various aircraft types, while the secondary runway provides additional operational contingency.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.