Yaoundé Airport

FKKY / YAO

Yaoundé, CM

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

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Currently using: FKYS
Weather Source: Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (FKYS)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from FKKY

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
11:00Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
5 kt
240°
6 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKYS 041100Z 24005KT 200V300 6000 BKN020 28/22 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,464 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,464 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
933 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,464 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,412 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,563 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FKYS 040500Z 0406/0506 24003KT 4000 BR FEW003 BKN006 TEMPO 0406/0408 1200 BR BECMG 0407/0409 8000 NSW BKN013 BECMG 0410/0412 8000 BKN016 PROB40 TEMPO 0414/0418 2500 TSRA BKN010 FEW016CB BECMG 0420/0422 8000 BKN006
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:51Z BASE
+0h
IFR 240° 3 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Mist
14:00Z PROB40 TEMPO
+3h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
Thunderstorm Rain
20:00Z BECMG
+9h
IFR
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 600 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
KKY
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
 6,519 ft 148 ft ASP 24°
↑ 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

Yaoundé Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKKY
IATA Code: YAO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,464 ft MSL

Location

City: Yaoundé
Country: CM
Latitude: 3.836040°
Longitude: 11.523500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,519 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
240°@5kt
Density Alt
2464ft, 28°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

FKYS MVFR
Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport
7nm
13km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Yaoundé Airport

Overview

Yaoundé Airport serves the capital city of Cameroon, located in the central region of the country. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 2,464 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for governmental, commercial, and regional transportation needs. The airport's strategic location supports connectivity in Central Africa.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation at 2,464 feet MSL can impact aircraft performance, particularly during takeoff and landing. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude effects, especially during warmer periods. The single asphalt runway (03/21) measuring 6,519 feet provides adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Yaoundé Airport's geographical positioning at coordinates 3.836040, 11.523500 places it in a region with potentially complex terrain and meteorological conditions. The airport's single runway orientation (03/21) suggests potential wind considerations during approach and departure. Pilots should be prepared for potential variations in local wind patterns typical of Central African topography.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21 offers a substantial 6,519-foot asphalt surface suitable for most medium aircraft operations. Given the airport's elevation and central African location, pilots should conduct thorough preflight planning considering potential performance challenges. Standard instrument approach procedures and local atmospheric conditions will require careful navigation and aircraft management.

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.

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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.