Bagdogra Airport

VEBD / IXB

Siliguri, IN

Last Updated
Apr 22, 19:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
19:30Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
Variable
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VEBD 221930Z VRB02KT 6000 FEW030 SCT090 27/24 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 412 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 9,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,412 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
9,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,412 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Bagdogra Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 9,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 3.3 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

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, scattered at 9,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist, Haze. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

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 narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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
1005 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (412 ft)
Pressure Alt
660 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,199 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VEBD 221100Z 2212/2318 09010KT 6000 SCT025 FEW030CB SCT100 BECMG 2214/2216 VRB02KT 5000 BR FEW020 SCT100 TEMPO 2300/2302 3000 BR SCT030 SCT080 BECMG 2303/2305 12010KT 5000 HZ SCT030 BECMG 2306/2308 6000 NSC BECMG 2312/2314 VRB02KT 5000 HZ SCT100
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:46Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
00:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR
Visibility: 3 km
Mist
03:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
06:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EBD
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 9,035 ft 150 ft PEM 181° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bagdogra Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VEBD
IATA Code: IXB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 412 ft MSL

Location

City: Siliguri
Country: IN
Latitude: 26.681200°
Longitude: 88.328598°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-6

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 9,035 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: PEM
ILS: No

About Bagdogra Airport

Overview

Bagdogra Airport serves the Siliguri region in West Bengal, India, operating as a critical medium-sized airport in northeastern India. Located at an elevation of 412 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides essential air connectivity for the surrounding mountainous and geographically complex terrain.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and geographical position suggest variable meteorological conditions typical of the sub-Himalayan region. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and terrain-influenced weather patterns that can affect approach and departure procedures, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates 26.681200, 88.328598, Bagdogra Airport features a single runway (18/36) with a substantial length of 9,035 feet constructed with a PEM (Pavement Evaluation Method) surface. The airport's proximity to complex mountainous terrain requires heightened situational awareness during all flight operations.

Approach Considerations

The runway orientation of 18/36 suggests potential wind alignment variations that pilots must carefully evaluate during approach and landing. With a significant runway length of 9,035 feet, the airport provides considerable operational flexibility for various aircraft types operating in this challenging regional environment.

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

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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.