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Weather Briefing
VFRMount Hagen Kagamuga 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 1412.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (170°) at 5 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-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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✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
|
3,599 ft | 59 ft | ASP | 85° |
↑ 0.0 kt
•
↔ 5.0 kt
90° angle
|
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✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
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7,185 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 121° |
↑ 3.2 kt
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↔ 3.8 kt
50° angle
|
Weather Statistics - AYMH
446 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 84.1% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the W averaging 8.2 knots. Temperatures typically range between 12°C and 29°C with an average of 19.7°C. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 22.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are February, September, October.
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Statistics computed from 446 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport - Airport Information
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About Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport
Overview
Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport serves the highland region of Papua New Guinea, located at a significant elevation of 5,388 feet MSL. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Mount Hagen urban area and surrounding highlands, supporting regional and local transportation needs.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions, with 83.2% of observations indicating visual flight rules. Temperature variation is moderate, ranging from 12°C to 29°C with an average of 19.5°C. Pilots can expect favorable flying conditions, particularly during January, September, and October, with an average visibility of 10 statute miles and minimal low visibility events.
Notable Features
Both runways (08/26 and 12/30) are asphalted, with 12/30 offering a substantial 7,185-foot length suitable for larger aircraft. The airport's elevated position at 5,388 feet requires careful performance calculations for aircraft operations. Prevailing westerly winds (270°) average 8.1 knots, with occasional gusts up to 16 knots.
Approach Considerations
Both runways demonstrate 100% favorable wind conditions, with Runway 12/30 experiencing a slightly higher average crosswind of 6.3 knots compared to Runway 08/26's 4.2 knots. Pilots should be prepared for potential fog, which occurs in 24.8% of observations, and plan approaches accordingly with standard mountain airport considerations.
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