Goodhope Airport

FBGH

Goodhope, BW

Last Updated
Apr 22, 08:00Z

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Currently using: FAMM
Weather Source: Mmabatho International Airport (FAMM)
Distance: 23nm / 43km from FBGH

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
18°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
4 kt
330°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FAMM 220800Z 33004KT 9999 BKN020 18/16 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,250 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,250 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Goodhope Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northwest (330°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 18°C (64°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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.

QNH
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
879 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,250 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,018 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,398 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.5°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BGH
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,148 ft 59 ft Asphalt
1.4 kt 3.8 kt
110° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Goodhope Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBGH
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,250 ft MSL

Location

City: Goodhope
Country: BW
Latitude: -25.432900°
Longitude: 25.409200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,148 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: Asphalt
ILS: No

About Goodhope Airport

Goodhope Airport (FBGH) is located in Goodhope, BW at an elevation of 4,250 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 3,148 feet.

Airport Overview

Goodhope Airport serves Goodhope in BW. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (08/26) with asphalt surface. The longest runway measures 3,148 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4250 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FBGH, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.