Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 13h 21m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station
Kalaikunda Air Force Station (ICAO: VEDX) is an Indian Air Force Base in Kharagpur, located in the West Midnapur district of the state of West Bengal. It was the home of No. 18 Squadron IAF, the Flying Bullets. The squadron flew the Indian license-built Mikoyan MiG-27ML till its decommissioning in April 2016. A squadron of Su-30 MKIs is now at the base.
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Live weather
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Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 9,000 ft / 2,743 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOLKATA | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station?
The ICAO code for Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station is VEDX.
Where is Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station located?
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station is small airport located in Doarkhol, India, at an elevation of 200 ft (61 m).
How many runways does Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station have?
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station has 1 runway, the longest being 9,000 ft / 2,743 m.
What time zone is Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station in?
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station is approximately 0.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station?
The nearest airport to Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station is Chakulia Airport (VECK), about 29.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Behala Airport and Sonari Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.