Kushinagar International Airport

VEKI / KBK

Kushinagar, IN

Last Updated
Apr 28, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
100°
4 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1001 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEKI 280800Z 10005KT 4000 BLDU NSC 33/21 Q1001 NOSIG

Weather Briefing

IFR

Kushinagar International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with clear skies and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 5 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 21°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

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions.

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

QNH
1001 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (266 ft)
Pressure Alt
634 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,858 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.5°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EKI
11
29 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 29
10,500 ft 148 ft Asphalt
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VEKI

2,545 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
23.6%
IFR
44.8%
LIFR
31.6%

Kushinagar International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 76.4% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 6.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from 6°C to 41°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.9% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are January, February, March.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: W (270°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 9.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
5%
NE
11.4%
E
7.9%
SE
1.4%
S
5%
SW
22.6%
W
29.5%
NW
7.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 23.4°C
Range: 6°C to 41°C
6°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.9%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 11/29
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.1 kt

Statistics computed from 2,545 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kushinagar International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEKI
IATA Code: KBK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 266 ft MSL

Location

City: Kushinagar
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.776534°
Longitude: 83.889214°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 10,500 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Kushinagar International Airport

Overview

Kushinagar International Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Uttar Pradesh, India, serving the Kushinagar region at an elevation of 266 ft MSL. The airport provides critical regional connectivity with its single asphalt runway 11/29, measuring 10,500 feet in length. Its strategic location at coordinates 26.776534, 83.889214 supports both civilian and potential military aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate challenging instrument meteorological conditions, with 76.9% of observations requiring instrument flight rules (IFR or LIFR). Wind patterns are predominantly westerly at 270° with an average speed of 5.7 knots, occasionally gusting to 20 knots. Temperature variations range significantly from 6°C to 35°C, with an average of 21.7°C, suggesting potential thermal and density altitude considerations.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway 11/29 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility. Visibility typically remains excellent at an average of 10 statute miles, with only 16.3% of observations experiencing fog conditions. Seasonal variations suggest January, September, and October offer the most consistent visual meteorological conditions for flight operations.

Approach Considerations

With an average crosswind of only 2.5 knots on runway 11/29, pilots can expect relatively straightforward landing conditions. The preponderance of instrument flight rules suggests standard instrument approach procedures will be frequently utilized. Pilots should prepare for potential low visibility scenarios, particularly during non-peak months when LIFR and IFR conditions dominate observation records.

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.