Pai Airport

VTCI / PYY

Pai, TH

Last Updated
Jun 15, 09:00Z

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Currently using: VTCH
Weather Source: Mae Hong Son Airport (VTCH)
Distance: 26nm / 49km from VTCI

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 51 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
3 kt
160°
4 km
Visibility
2,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VTCH 150900Z 16003KT 110V200 4000 RA FEW010 BKN025 25/24 Q1008 RERA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,676 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,676 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,176 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Pai Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,500 feet and 4 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 2500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 06:00Z and 16:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
952 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,676 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,834 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,436 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VTCH 150500Z 1506/1606 22005KT 9999 BKN025 TEMPO 1506/1516 4000 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:50Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 220° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TCI
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
2,329 ft 59 ft ASP
2.6 kt 1.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Pai Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VTCI
IATA Code: PYY
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,676 ft MSL

Location

City: Pai
Country: TH
Latitude: 19.372054°
Longitude: 98.435904°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 2,329 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Pai Airport

Pai Airport (VTCI/PYY) is located in Pai, TH at an elevation of 1,676 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 2,329 feet.

Airport Overview

Pai Airport serves Pai in TH. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (01/19) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 2,329 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 VTCI, 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.