Analalava Airport

FMNL / HVA

Analalava, MG

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Analalava Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMNL
IATA Code: HVA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 345 ft MSL

Location

City: Analalava
Country: MG
Latitude: -14.629514°
Longitude: 47.763555°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 3,937 ft
Width: 72 ft
Surface: COP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Analalava Airport

Overview

Analalava Airport serves the rural region of northwestern Madagascar, situated at coordinates -14.629514, 47.763555. As a medium-sized airport positioned at 345 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential transportation infrastructure for the Analalava district and surrounding communities.

Flying Conditions

Madagascar's tropical climate significantly influences airport conditions, with potential for variable weather patterns throughout the year. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and changing visibility conditions typical of the island's equatorial latitude, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 3,937 feet in length, classified as a COP (Condition of Pavement) runway. Its moderate elevation of 345 feet MSL suggests a relatively moderate terrain profile with potential for localized terrain variations characteristic of Madagascar's landscape.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 offers directional flexibility for approaches based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway orientation during pre-flight planning, considering the runway's moderate length and potential terrain influences in the surrounding geographic area.

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

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.