Chipata Airport

FLCP / CIP

Chipata, ZM

Last Updated
Oct 23, 16:00Z

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Weather Source: Mfuwe Airport (FLMF)
Distance: 42nm / 78km from FLCP

Current Weather

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Stale 3155 hours ago
16:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
4 kt
200°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
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Raw METAR

METAR FLMF 231600Z 20004KT CAVOK 33/11 Q1012

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FLMF 032200Z 0400/0506 VRB03KT 9999 FEW055CB BECMG 0404/0406 09010KT BKN010 BECMG 0408/0410 07005KT BKN025TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0412/0412 -TSRA FEW035CB SCT040
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:35Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
04:00Z BECMG
+2h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 70° 5 kt
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
12:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+10h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
LCP
18
36 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 18/36
Active: 36
4,823 ft 0 ft UNK
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Chipata Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FLCP
IATA Code: CIP
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,360 ft MSL

Location

City: Chipata
Country: ZM
Latitude: -13.558300°
Longitude: 32.587200°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 4,823 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Chipata Airport

Chipata Airport (FLCP/CIP) is located in Chipata, ZM at an elevation of 3,360 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 4,823 feet.

Airport Overview

Chipata Airport serves Chipata in ZM. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 4,823 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3360 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 FLCP, 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.