Pantnagar Airport

VIPT / PGH

Pantnagar, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 12:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
12:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
8 kt
250°
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VIPT 221200Z 25008KT 5000 HZ NSC 36/12 Q1001

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Pantnagar Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with clear skies and 5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 9.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (250°) at 8 knots. Runway 28 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

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.

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.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IPT
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
4,500 ft 100 ft ASP 98°
6.9 kt 4.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - VIPT

2,879 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
0%
MVFR
42%
IFR
35.3%
LIFR
22.8%

Pantnagar Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 0% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 58.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 3.9 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.2% of the time. Temperature extremes range from 3°C to 39°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 13.7% 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: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 3.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 15 kt
Calm Winds: 12.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
5%
E
11.7%
SE
9.5%
S
11%
SW
25.4%
W
16%
NW
5.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 21.9°C
Range: 3°C to 39°C
3°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 13.7%

Best Months for VFR

January February March

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 10/28
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.3 kt

Statistics computed from 2,879 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pantnagar Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VIPT
IATA Code: PGH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 769 ft MSL

Location

City: Pantnagar
Country: IN
Latitude: 29.033400°
Longitude: 79.473701°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 4,500 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pantnagar Airport

Overview

Pantnagar Airport serves the Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India, positioned at an elevation of 769 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 29.033400, 79.473701, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the regional transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate variable visual flight conditions, with 35.5% MVFR, 32.6% IFR, and 31.9% LIFR observations recorded. Temperature ranges from 3°C to 35°C, with an average of 19.4°C, while visibility typically remains excellent at 10 statute miles. Southwest winds prevail at an average of 3.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 13 knots and calm periods occurring 16.4% of the time.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (10/28) measuring 4,500 feet with an asphalt surface. Geographical positioning suggests potential terrain considerations typical of the lower Himalayan region, with potential for rapid weather changes and localized wind variations. The airport experiences notable fog conditions, occurring in approximately 20% of observations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28 demonstrates favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind of only 1.8 knots. January, September, and October represent the most consistent VFR months for operations. Pilots should prepare for potential visibility restrictions and be prepared for instrument conditions, particularly during non-peak months.

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
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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.