Tôlanaro Airport

FMSD / FTU

Tôlanaro, MG

Last Updated
Jul 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 40 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
10 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMSD 040900Z 27010KT 9999 FEW020 SCT033 26/18 Q1021

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
SCT 3,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,029 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,329 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tôlanaro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 10 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft, scattered at 3,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FMSD 040500Z 0406/0506 30006KT 9999 FEW017 SCT033 BECMG 0407/0409 24012KT BECMG 0414/0416 32004KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:40Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
14:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR 320° 4 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MSD
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
5,280 ft 98 ft ASP 53°
9.8 kt 1.7 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMSD

6,618 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95%
MVFR
4.7%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Tôlanaro Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 11.6 knots, with gusts recorded up to 95 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 34°C with an average of 25.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are July, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 11.6 kt
Maximum Recorded: 95 kt
Calm Winds: 2.3%
Direction Distribution:
E
64%
N
1.2%
S
6.4%
W
4.3%
NE
3.2%
NW
5.8%
SE
9.1%
SW
3.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.2°C
Range: 14°C to 34°C
14°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

July September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 6,618 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tôlanaro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMSD
IATA Code: FTU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Tôlanaro
Country: MG
Latitude: -25.038099°
Longitude: 46.956100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,280 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tôlanaro Airport

Overview

Tôlanaro Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located at coordinates -25.038099, 46.956100, situated at 29 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Tôlanaro region, supporting regional transportation and local aviation needs. Its single runway (08/26) extends 5,280 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tôlanaro are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.3% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 12.7 knots, with maximum gusts up to 29 knots and only 2.2% calm periods. Temperature ranges from 17°C to 33°C, with an average of 25.1°C, providing stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's runway (08/26) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 3 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of reduced visibility below 3 miles or fog presence. September, October, and December represent the most consistently favorable flying months for the airport.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate east-based wind patterns when planning approaches to runway 08/26. The runway's substantial 5,280-foot length provides ample space for most medium-sized aircraft operations. With consistently high visibility and minimal meteorological restrictions, the airport offers predictable and straightforward approach conditions throughout the year.

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
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.