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Weather Briefing
VFRGoroka Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1414.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 5 knots. Runway 17L/35R is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,000 ft, scattered at 3,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 17L/35R
Active: 17L
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3,983 ft | 59 ft | ASP | 176° |
↑ 5.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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✈️ 17R/35L
Active: 17R
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5,400 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 176° |
↑ 5.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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Overview
Goroka Airport serves the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea, situated at a significant elevation of 5,282 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, featuring two asphalt runways that support medium-sized aircraft operations. Its location at coordinates -6.081690, 145.391998 places it in a mountainous terrain environment.
Flying Conditions
The high-altitude location at 5,282 feet MSL creates unique atmospheric conditions that pilots must carefully consider during flight planning. Elevation and terrain will significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should conduct thorough performance calculations accounting for the airport's substantial altitude and potential density altitude variations.
Notable Features
Goroka Airport offers two parallel runways with distinct lengths: 17L/35R at 3,983 feet and 17R/35L at 5,400 feet, both constructed with asphalt surfaces. The parallel runway configuration provides operational flexibility and potential wind runway selection. The surrounding terrain suggests complex topographical features typical of Papua New Guinea's highland regions.
Approach Considerations
The two parallel runways (17L/35R and 17R/35L) provide options for approach based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shear and turbulence typical of high-elevation mountain airports. Careful preflight planning and thorough understanding of local terrain and weather patterns are essential for safe operations at Goroka Airport.
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.
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