Current Weather
Raw METAR
Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRNadzab Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 28,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1409.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (90°) at 7 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 28000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 34°C (93°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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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✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
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7,999 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 95° |
↑ 7.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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Nadzab Airport - Airport Information
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About Nadzab Airport
Overview
Nadzab Airport serves the Lae region in Papua New Guinea as a medium-sized airport critical for regional transportation. Located at coordinates -6.569803, 146.725977, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for Morobe Province. Its strategic position supports both commercial and potentially military aviation operations in this part of Papua New Guinea.
Flying Conditions
The airport sits at 239 feet above mean sea level, which suggests a relatively low-elevation environment typical of coastal Papua New Guinea. Being near the equatorial region, pilots can expect consistent tropical weather patterns with potential rapid atmospheric changes. Humidity and precipitation are likely significant factors in local flying conditions.
Notable Features
The primary runway (09/27) is 7,999 feet long and constructed with asphalt, providing substantial landing surface for medium-sized aircraft. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, particularly important given the surrounding terrain. The substantial runway length indicates the airport can accommodate reasonably large aircraft operations.
Approach Considerations
Runway 09/27's extended length allows flexibility in approach and departure procedures. Pilots should anticipate potential terrain-influenced wind variations due to the airport's geographic location near coastal and mountainous regions. Standard approach considerations should include careful attention to local meteorological conditions and potential rapidly changing weather patterns.
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