Morombe Airport

FMSR / MXM

Morombe, MG

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Morombe Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMSR
IATA Code: MXM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Morombe
Country: MG
Latitude: -21.753837°
Longitude: 43.374753°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Morombe Airport

Overview

Morombe Airport (FMSR) is a medium-sized airport located in Madagascar, situated at coordinates -21.753837, 43.374753. The airport serves the Morombe region, positioned at a low elevation of 16 feet mean sea level, which provides relatively straightforward terrain for aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

Being located on the western coast of Madagascar, Morombe Airport experiences tropical maritime weather conditions with potential seasonal wind variations. The airport's single runway 04/22, measuring 4,265 feet in length and surfaced with asphalt, can accommodate a range of aircraft appropriate to its medium airport classification.

Notable Features

The airport's low elevation of 16 feet MSL indicates a flat coastal environment with minimal terrain challenges for approach and departure. Its geographical position on Madagascar's western coastline suggests potential maritime wind influences that pilots should anticipate during flight planning and operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22's asphalt surface provides a standard approach environment for medium-sized aircraft. Given the runway's orientation, pilots should conduct standard wind assessments and consider crosswind components during approach and landing preparations, utilizing standard aviation decision-making protocols.

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.