Salak Airport

FKKL / MVR

Maroua, CM

Last Updated
Jun 9, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 14 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKKL 091500Z /////KT 9999 FEW030 SCT035 ///// Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,390 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,390 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,890 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Salak Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 13.6 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft, scattered at 3,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKL
13
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
13/31 6,890 ft 148 ft ASP 130°

Weather Statistics - FKKL

1,561 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
85.5%
MVFR
8%
IFR
6%
LIFR
0.4%

Salak Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 85.5% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 5.9 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 29.8°C (range: 23°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are June, September, May.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 5.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 18 kt
Calm Winds: 3.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
9.8%
N
11.8%
S
19.6%
W
11.8%
NE
5.9%
NW
3.9%
SE
7.8%
SW
25.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 29.8°C
Range: 23°C to 34°C
23°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

June September May

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt

Statistics computed from 1,561 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Salak Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKKL
IATA Code: MVR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,390 ft MSL

Location

City: Maroua
Country: CM
Latitude: 10.451400°
Longitude: 14.257400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 6,890 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Salak Airport

Overview

Salak Airport serves the Maroua region in Cameroon as a medium-sized airport situated at 1,390 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 10.451400, 14.257400, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area with a single runway (13/31) measuring 6,890 feet in asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Salak Airport are predominantly VFR, with 91% of observed METARs indicating clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent wind patterns from the southwest (225°) at an average speed of 5.9 knots, with maximum gusts reaching 18 knots. Temperature ranges between 23°C and 34°C, with an average of 29.9°C, making for generally stable atmospheric conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (13/31) is oriented to take maximum advantage of prevailing wind conditions, with 100% favorable wind alignment. Crosswinds average 4.2 knots, presenting minimal challenge for most aircraft operations. The elevated position at 1,390 feet MSL provides clear atmospheric conditions with consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles.

Approach Considerations

September, October, and November represent the best VFR months for operations at Salak Airport. Pilots can expect highly reliable visual flying conditions, with only 9% of observations indicating marginal or instrument flight rules. The consistent southwest winds and high visibility make this airport particularly amenable to straightforward approach and landing procedures.

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.