Sarsawa Air Force Station

VISP / SWN

Sherpur Naqeebpur, 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 1390 hours ago
08:30Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
6 kt
270°
6 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1005 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR VISP 280830Z 27006KT 6000 FEW100 SCT250 31/13 Q1005 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 891 ft
FEW 10,000 ft AGL
SCT 25,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
10,891 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
25,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
25,891 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Sarsawa Air Force Station is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 25,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1390.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 0-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 10,000 ft, scattered at 25,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 13°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. Conditions are expected to remain MVFR throughout the forecast period. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 08:00Z and 10:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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
975 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (891 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,139 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,273 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF VISP 250330Z 2506/2518 12010KT 6000 NSC TEMPO 2508/2510 24010G20KT FEW025 FEW030TCU SCT250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:55Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: 6 km
08:00Z TEMPO
+2h
MVFR 240° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ISP
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
9,000 ft 150 ft CON 90°
6.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sarsawa Air Force Station - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: VISP
IATA Code: SWN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 891 ft MSL

Location

City: Sherpur Naqeebpur
Country: IN
Latitude: 29.994303°
Longitude: 77.424560°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 9,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Sarsawa Air Force Station

Sarsawa 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.

Sarsawa Air Force Station (VISP/SWN) is located in Sherpur Naqeebpur, IN at an elevation of 891 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 9,000 feet.

Airport Overview

Sarsawa Air Force Station serves Sherpur Naqeebpur in IN. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with con surface. The longest runway measures 9,000 feet, suitable for large aircraft operations.

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 VISP, 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.