Akwa Ibom International Airport

DNAI / QUO

Uyo, NG

Last Updated
Apr 12, 12:00Z

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Currently using: DNCA
Weather Source: Margaret Ekpo International Airport (DNCA)
Distance: 16nm / 30km from DNAI

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 250 hours ago
12:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 27°C
3 kt
260°
8 km
Visibility
1,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DNCA 121200Z 26003KT 8000 TS BKN010 FEW019CB 30/27 Q1010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 170 ft
BKN 1,000 ft AGL
FEW 1,900 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,170 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,070 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Akwa Ibom International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,000 feet and 8 km visibility. Note: This observation is 249.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,900 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 27°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NAI
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
11,811 ft 0 ft
1.9 kt 2.3 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Akwa Ibom International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DNAI
IATA Code: QUO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 170 ft MSL

Location

City: Uyo
Country: NG
Latitude: 4.872500°
Longitude: 8.093000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Akwa Ibom International Airport

Overview

Akwa Ibom International Airport serves the southeastern Nigerian city of Uyo, positioned at 4.872500° N, 8.093000° E. As a medium-sized airport situated at 170 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Akwa Ibom State region. The airport features a substantial runway 03/21 measuring 11,811 feet in length, capable of supporting various aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation at 170 feet MSL suggests a generally stable atmospheric environment with minimal extreme altitude-related performance considerations. Given its tropical location, pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized convective weather patterns typical of the Nigerian coastal region. Seasonal wind variations may influence runway selection and approach planning.

Notable Features

Located in southeastern Nigeria's coastal plain, Akwa Ibom International Airport is surrounded by terrain that transitions between coastal and inland landscapes. The extensive 11,811-foot runway provides significant operational flexibility for different aircraft types and weights. Pilots should maintain awareness of potential local terrain and microclimate effects during approach and departure phases.

Approach Considerations

The runway's 03/21 orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind directions. With a substantial runway length of 11,811 feet, the airport offers generous landing and takeoff margins for most aircraft categories. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments during pre-flight planning, utilizing current meteorological data for precise approach strategy.

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.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.