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Principe Airport - Airport Information
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About Principe Airport
Overview
Principe Airport serves the island of Príncipe, part of the two-island nation of São Tomé & Príncipe located off the western coast of Central Africa. As a medium-sized airport situated at 591 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical transportation infrastructure for this small island community. The airport supports regional and inter-island aviation operations in this remote archipelago.
Flying Conditions
The airport's tropical maritime location suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of equatorial regions. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and rapid weather transitions due to the island's proximity to the equator. The airport's elevation at 591 ft MSL indicates modest terrain interaction that could influence local wind patterns and approach conditions.
Notable Features
Principe Airport features a single runway (18/36) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,331 feet in length. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges during approach, particularly given the island's coastal geographic setting. The moderate runway length accommodates regional aircraft and provides operational flexibility for smaller commercial and charter flights.
Approach Considerations
Runway 18/36's alignment indicates potential wind variations that pilots must carefully assess during arrival and departure. The 4,331-foot runway length requires careful performance calculations, particularly for larger aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential terrain influences and prepare for potential wind shear or localized turbulence characteristic of island airport environments.
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.
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