Jinnah International Airport / OPKC
General Information
Jinnah International Airport (OPKC) is the busiest airport in Pakistan and serves as the primary gateway for both domestic and international traffic. It is located in Karachi and handles a mix of heavy international and regional operations.
Key Data
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| ICAO | OPKC |
| IATA | KHI |
| Coordinates | 24°54’34”N 67°09’49”E |
| Elevation | 100 ft |
| Transition Level | FL050 |
Runways
| Runway | Length (ft) | Length (m) | Surface | ILS | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07R / 25L | 11,155 | 3,400 | Asphalt | Yes (25L) | Primary runway |
| 07L / 25R | 10,500 | 3,200 | Asphalt | Yes (25R) | Parallel runway |
ATC Frequencies
| Position | Callsign | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| DEL | OPKC_DEL | — |
| GND | OPKC_GND | 121.600 |
| TWR | OPKC_TWR | 118.300 |
| APP | OPKC_APP | 125.500 |
| CTR | OPKC_CTR | 126.500 |
| ATIS | OPKC_ATIS | 126.700 |
Aprons & Stands
- International Apron – Widebody and international operations
- Domestic Apron – Narrowbody and domestic flights
- Cargo Apron – Freight and cargo operations
!!! note Expect stand allocation from ATC when online. Otherwise use realistic stand selection.
Departure Procedures
General
- Expect standard IFR departures when ATC is online
- Maintain assigned heading/altitude until cleared otherwise
- Follow SID if issued
Runway Usage
| Runway | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| 25L / 25R | Preferred for departures |
| 07L / 07R | Used depending on winds |
Notes
- Heavy traffic may require sequencing delays
- Maintain separation after departure
- Monitor assigned frequency immediately after takeoff
Arrival Procedures
General
- Expect radar vectors for ILS approach
- Descend via ATC instructions unless cleared via STAR
- Maintain speed control when instructed
Common Approaches
| Runway | Type |
|---|---|
| 25L | ILS |
| 25R | ILS |
| 07L | ILS |
| 07R | ILS |
Notes
- Expect sequencing during busy events
- Maintain assigned speed/altitude
- Report established on localizer if requested
Taxi Procedures
- Follow ATC instructions strictly when online
- Use standard taxi routes when offline
- Hold short of active runway unless cleared
!!! warning Runway crossings require explicit clearance from ATC.
Pilot Notes
- Always check charts before flight
- Monitor ATIS when available
- Be prepared for vectors instead of full procedures
- Use correct phraseology
Controller Notes
- Maintain separation between parallel runway ops
- Coordinate GND / TWR / APP carefully
- Sequence arrivals efficiently during events
- Manage mixed traffic (heavy + domestic)
Charts & Resources
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Summary
OPKC is a high-traffic international airport with parallel runway operations. Expect structured ATC, sequencing, and standard IFR procedures during controlled operations.
!!! info This briefing is intended for VATSIM simulation use only.