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Weather Briefing
MVFRNal Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1142.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 6 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating very 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 12 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Winds are forecast to reach up to 20 knots during the period. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 16:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
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8,960 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 45° |
↑ 5.9 kt
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↔ 1.0 kt
10° angle
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Nal Airport - Airport Information
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About Nal Airport
Overview
Nal Airport serves the city of Bikaner in Rajasthan, India, functioning as a medium-sized airport at an elevation of 750 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 28.070601, 73.207199, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the northwestern region of India.
Flying Conditions
Bikaner's desert climate typically presents hot and dry conditions that can significantly impact aircraft performance, especially during summer months. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and potential crosswind conditions given the airport's open terrain and single runway configuration.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (05/23) with a substantial length of 8,960 feet, constructed with asphalt surfacing. Its extended runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements in the region's challenging desert environment.
Approach Considerations
Runway 05/23 offers a linear east-west orientation, which suggests potential wind alignment considerations during approach and departure. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind direction and runway heading, utilizing the full 8,960 feet of available asphalt surface for optimal landing and takeoff performance.
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.
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