Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

FCPP / PNR

Pointe Noire, CG

Last Updated
Jul 26, 08:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 35 min ago
08:00Z

☀️ Day
IFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
140°
4.5 km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCPP 260800Z 14005KT 4500 BR FEW010 BKN026 22/19 Q1016 BECMG 6000 NSW

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 55 ft
FEW 1,000 ft AGL
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,055 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,655 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

IFR

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is currently reporting instrument flight rules (IFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,600 feet and 4.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 5 knots. Runway 17/35 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is reduced to 4.5 km. IFR conditions prevail and an instrument clearance is required for operations in controlled airspace. The ceiling is 2600 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 19°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist.

Pilot Recommendations

An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are required. Verify that destination and alternate approach minimums are above current and forecast conditions. 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
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (55 ft)
Pressure Alt
-28 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 825 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FCPP 260500Z 2606/2706 VRB02KT 3000 BR FEW010 BKN023 BECMG 2607/2609 7000 NSW BECMG 2611/2613 20010KT BECMG 2620/2622 VRB04KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:35Z BASE
+0h
IFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
Mist
11:00Z BECMG
+3h
VFR 200° 10 kt
20:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR VRB 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CPP
17 ✈️
35

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 17/35
Active: 17
8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 166°
4.3 kt 2.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FCPP

6,467 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
27.6%
MVFR
66.7%
IFR
5.6%
LIFR
0%

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 27.6% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 5.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 33°C with an average of 26°C. The best months for VFR flying are February, March, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 6.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 16 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
E
6.9%
N
1.7%
S
39.9%
W
5.1%
NE
2.6%
NW
1.8%
SE
11%
SW
28.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26°C
Range: 17°C to 33°C
17°C 33°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

February March April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 17/35
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 6,467 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FCPP
IATA Code: PNR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 55 ft MSL

Location

City: Pointe Noire
Country: CG
Latitude: -4.816030°
Longitude: 11.886600°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 17/35
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport

Overview

Antonio Agostinho-Neto International Airport serves Pointe Noire, Republic of Congo, as a medium-sized international airport. Located at an elevation of 55 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region's commercial and potentially military operations. Its single runway 17/35 offers substantial landing capability at 8,530 feet in asphalt surface configuration.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly MVFR conditions, with 69.7% of observed weather scenarios in this category. Prevailing southerly winds at an average of 6.8 knots create generally stable flight conditions, with maximum recorded winds of 16 knots. Temperature ranges between 21°C and 32°C, with an average of 26.1°C, supporting consistent operational environments.

Notable Features

Situated at coordinates -4.816030, 11.886600, the airport's geographical positioning influences its meteorological characteristics. The low elevation and coastal proximity likely contribute to the consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles. Minimal fog occurrence (0.1%) and zero instances of visibility below 3SM suggest reliable visual navigation conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 17/35 demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions and an average crosswind of just 3.8 knots. January, November, and December represent the optimal VFR months for flight operations. Pilots can expect predictable approach conditions with high probability of visual meteorological conditions.

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

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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.