Awantipura Air Force Station

VIAW

Awantipura, IN

Last Updated
Mar 28, 08:30Z

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
Stale 1143 hours ago
08:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
5 kt
300°
6 km
Visibility
10,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1012 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIAW 280830Z 30005KT 6000 SCT025 BKN100 21/06 Q1012 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,393 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
BKN 10,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,893 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,393 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Awantipura Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1143.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (300°) at 5 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 10000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 6°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.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 18 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Haze. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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
832 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,393 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,431 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,445 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VIAW 140930Z 1418/1512 VRB02KT 5000 HZ SCT020 BKN090 BECMG 1503/1505 02005KT FEW025 TEMPO 1508/1512 30008KT SCT020 FEW030CB BKN090
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:42Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Ceiling: 9,000 ft
Haze
03:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 20° 5 kt
08:00Z TEMPO
+9h
MVFR 300° 8 kt
Ceiling: 9,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IAW
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,500 ft 150 ft ASP 124°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Awantipura Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIAW
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,393 ft MSL

Location

City: Awantipura
Country: IN
Latitude: 33.876598°
Longitude: 74.975700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,500 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Awantipura Air Force Station

Awantipura 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.

Awantipura Air Force Station (VIAW) is located in Awantipura, IN at an elevation of 5,393 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 10,500 feet.

Airport Overview

Awantipura Air Force Station serves Awantipura in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 10,500 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

Elevation Considerations

At 5393 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check relevant AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from VIAW, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.