Lambarene Airport

FOGR / LBQ

Lambarene, GA

Last Updated
Apr 14, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 211 hours ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
--
--°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FOGR 141300Z /////KT 9999 SCT012 ///// Q////

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
SCT 1,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,282 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lambarene Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 210.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Wind data is not available.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,200 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

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.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGR
04
22
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading
04/22 7,555 ft 148 ft LAT 42°
05/23 0 ft 0 ft UNK

Lambarene Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FOGR
IATA Code: LBQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Lambarene
Country: GA
Latitude: -0.704389°
Longitude: 10.245700°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 7,555 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: LAT
ILS: No
Runway 05/23
Length: 0 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Lambarene Airport

Overview

Lambarene Airport (FOGR) is a medium-sized airport located in Lambarene, Gabon, positioned at coordinates -0.704389, 10.245700. The airport sits at an elevation of 82 feet above mean sea level, serving the local region's aviation needs. Its primary runway (04/22) measures 7,555 feet in length, providing substantial operational capability for various aircraft types.

Flying Conditions

Situated near the equator, Lambarene Airport experiences consistent tropical climate conditions with potential for high humidity and variable precipitation. The airport's moderate elevation of 82 feet suggests relatively stable atmospheric conditions without significant altitude-related performance challenges. Pilots should anticipate potential localized weather variations typical of equatorial regions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical location in Gabon indicates proximity to dense tropical terrain, which may influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics. With a primary runway oriented at 04/22, the airport offers a substantial 7,555-foot runway length, accommodating a wide range of aircraft operations. A secondary runway (05/23) is listed but shows zero length, suggesting potential limitations or developmental status.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 provides the primary approach avenue, offering significant operational flexibility with its 7,555-foot length. Given the airport's equatorial location, pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized weather shifts during approaches. Standard tropical aviation considerations regarding visibility, potential precipitation, and terrain-influenced wind conditions should be carefully evaluated during flight planning.

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

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.