Bashur Airfield

ORBR

Bashur, IQ

Last Updated
May 15, 15:00Z

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Currently using: ORER
Weather Source: Erbil International Airport (ORER)
Distance: 25nm / 47km from ORBR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
10 kt
150°
7 km
Visibility
4,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ORER 151500Z COR 15010KT 7000 TS FEW025CB BKN040 BKN080 25/08 Q1002

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,079 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 4,000 ft AGL
BKN 8,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,579 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,079 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,079 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bashur Airfield is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 10 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 2,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Blowing Dust. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Light Thunderstorm Rain between 12:00Z and 21:00Z. There is a 40% probability of IFR conditions with Blowing Dust between 14:00Z and 21:00Z.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ORER 151100Z 1512/1612 21012KT 7000 SCT040 SCT080 TEMPO 1512/1521 21012G30KT -TSRA FEW025CB PROB40 1514/1521 2000 BLDU BECMG 1521/1523 VRB02KT NSC
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:12Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 210° 12 kt
Visibility: 7 km
21:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR VRB 2 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
RBR
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
7,333 ft 150 ft ASP 138°
9.4 kt 3.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bashur Airfield - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ORBR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,079 ft MSL

Location

City: Bashur
Country: IQ
Latitude: 36.533699°
Longitude: 44.339901°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,333 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bashur Airfield

Bashur Airfield (ORBR) is located in Bashur, IQ at an elevation of 2,079 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (13/31), with the longest at 7,333 feet.

Airport Overview

Bashur Airfield serves Bashur in IQ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (13/31) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 7,333 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

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 appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from ORBR, 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.