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Porto Amboim Airport - Airport Information
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About Porto Amboim Airport
Overview
Porto Amboim Airport serves the municipal region of Port Amboim in Angola, located along the country's western coastal area. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential regional transportation infrastructure for the surrounding Cuanza Sul Province. The airport's single runway (07/25) measures 3,379 feet and is constructed with an asphalt surface.
Flying Conditions
Being situated near the Atlantic coast at a low elevation, Porto Amboim Airport experiences maritime-influenced weather patterns typical of western Angola. Pilots can anticipate potential coastal meteorological variations including localized sea breezes, variable visibility, and potential humidity-related conditions. The low elevation of 16 feet MSL suggests minimal terrain-related atmospheric complications for approach and departure.
Notable Features
The airport's geographical coordinates (10.722000S, 13.765500E) place it in a coastal region with potential wind considerations from oceanic air masses. The single asphalt runway oriented at 07/25 indicates the primary wind alignment for aircraft operations. Its moderate length of 3,379 feet accommodates smaller regional aircraft typical of provincial airport infrastructure.
Approach Considerations
Runway 07/25's orientation suggests primary wind approaches from west-southwest to east-northeast directions. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind scenarios given the coastal location. The relatively short runway length requires careful performance calculations for aircraft selection and landing/takeoff parameters.
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