Bangui M'Poko International Airport

FEFF / BGF

Bangui, CF

Last Updated
Mar 4, 03:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 2 hours ago
03:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
0 kt
--
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FEFF 040300Z 00000KT CAVOK 24/22 Q1011 NOSIG
QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
971 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,208 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,276 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,646 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FEFF 032300Z 0400/0506 VRB03KT CAVOK TEMPO 0403/0407 3000 BR
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
EFF
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
16/34 8,530 ft 148 ft ASP 165°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
165° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FEFF

3,634 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
47.9%
MVFR
39.2%
IFR
11.9%
LIFR
1%

Bangui M'Poko International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 47.9% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4 knots, with gusts recorded up to 32 knots. Calm conditions occur 12.5% of the time. Temperatures typically range between 18°C and 38°C with an average of 26.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, February.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 32 kt
Calm Winds: 12.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
11.7%
NE
3.9%
E
4.4%
SE
8.6%
S
23.1%
SW
10%
W
11.7%
NW
14.1%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.8°C
Range: 18°C to 38°C
18°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 1%

Best Months for VFR

September March February

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.1 kt

Statistics computed from 3,634 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Bangui M'Poko International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FEFF
IATA Code: BGF
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,208 ft MSL

Location

City: Bangui
Country: CF
Latitude: 4.398480°
Longitude: 18.518801°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 8,530 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bangui M'Poko International Airport

Overview

Bangui M'Poko International Airport serves the capital city of the Central African Republic, located at coordinates 4.398480, 18.518801. Situated at an elevation of 1,208 feet MSL, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for Bangui and the surrounding region. The airport features a single runway 16/34 with an 8,530-foot asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather observations indicate predominantly VFR conditions, with 47% of reports showing clear skies and an additional 39.5% at marginal VFR levels. Pilots can expect consistent weather, with a stable temperature range between 18°C and 37°C and an average of 10 statute miles visibility. The best VFR flying months are September, October, and November, offering optimal conditions for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport experiences predominantly southerly winds at an average of 3.8 knots, with occasional peaks up to 16 knots. Wind conditions are remarkably consistent, with calm periods occurring 11.8% of the time. Pilots will find that the runway 16/34 alignment provides favorable wind conditions 100% of the time, with a minimal average crosswind of just 2 knots.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 offers an excellent approach environment with its substantial 8,530-foot length and minimal crosswind challenges. The airport's location and wind patterns make approaches predictable, with high probability of aligned wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate stable approach conditions, particularly during the peak VFR months of September through November.

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.