Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station

VOBR / IXX

Bidar, 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 603 hours ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
36°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
5 kt
290°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VOBR 280830Z 29005KT 6000 FEW030 36/09 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,178 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,178 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 603.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-northwest (290°) at 5 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-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 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 36°C (97°F) with a dewpoint of 9°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. Expected weather includes: Thunderstorm RAHZ. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm RAHZ 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
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
937 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,178 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,276 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,319 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +25.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VOBR 220330Z 2206/2218 34010KT 6000 SCT250 BECMG 2209/2210 24015KT 6000 SCT030 FEW030TCU SCT090 TEMPO 2210/2214 24015G25KT 3000 TSRAHZ SCT025 FEW030CB BKN100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:34Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 340° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OBR
02
20
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 6,955 ft 148 ft ASP 18°
0.2 kt 5.0 kt
88° angle
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
6,798 ft 150 ft ASP 78°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VOBR
IATA Code: IXX
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,178 ft MSL

Location

City: Bidar
Country: IN
Latitude: 17.908100°
Longitude: 77.487099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 6,955 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 6,798 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bidar Airport / Bidar Air Force Station

Bidar Airport / Bidar 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

Bidar Airport, designated by ICAO code VOBR, is a medium airport located in Bidar, Karnataka, India. Situated at an elevation of 2,178 feet above mean sea level, the airport serves the Bidar region with its strategic Air Force Station designation. The airport provides critical infrastructure for military and potentially limited civilian aviation operations in this part of southern India.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 2,178 feet MSL indicates a moderate terrain environment that can influence aircraft performance during takeoff and landing. Given its location in Karnataka, pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in temperature and wind conditions that could impact aircraft operations. The higher elevation may require careful performance calculations, especially for turbine and piston aircraft.

Notable Features

Bidar Airport features two asphalt runways: runway 02/20 measuring 6,955 feet and runway 08/26 measuring 6,798 feet. These parallel runways provide operational flexibility and options for landing and takeoff based on wind conditions. The airport's geographic coordinates (17.908100, 77.487099) place it in a region with potential terrain and wind variations that pilots should carefully assess during flight planning.

Approach Considerations

The two runways with similar lengths offer pilots multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. Runway 02/20 and 08/26 provide crosswind alternatives, which can be critical for safe operations. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight planning, considering the airport's elevation and potential local meteorological factors that could influence approach and landing procedures.

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.