Ulongwe Airport

FQUG

Ulongwe, MZ

Last Updated
Mar 3, 16:00Z

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Currently using: FWKI
Weather Source: Kamuzu International Airport (FWKI)
Distance: 64nm / 119km from FQUG

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 12 hours ago
16:00Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
6 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FWKI 031600Z 08006KT 9999 FEW026CB 24/17 Q1016 TEMPO TS

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,265 ft
FEW 2,600 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,865 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
874 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,265 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,183 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,287 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +17.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FWKI 031600Z 0318/0424 08006KT 9999 FEW028CB PROB30 TEMPO 0318/0320 9999 TS FEW026CB TEMPO 0402/0404 09004KT 8000 BCFG FEW008 BKN016 BECMG 0406/0408 07010KT 9999 SCT022 BECMG 0410/0412 09012KT 9999 FEW028CB SCT030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:11Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 80° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 70° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
10:00Z BECMG
+6h
MVFR 90° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
QUG
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
 5,900 ft 98 ft ASP 158°
↑ 1.0 kt • ↔ 5.9 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ulongwe Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FQUG
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,265 ft MSL

Location

City: Ulongwe
Country: MZ
Latitude: -14.704600°
Longitude: 34.352402°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 5,900 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
80°@6kt
Density Alt
4265ft, 24°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

FWKI VFR
Kamuzu International Airport
64nm
119km
FWCL VFR
Chileka International Airport
69nm
127km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Ulongwe Airport

Ulongwe Airport (FQUG) is located in Ulongwe, MZ at an elevation of 4,265 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 5,900 feet.

Airport Overview

Ulongwe Airport serves Ulongwe in MZ. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 5,900 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4265 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FQUG, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at FQUG

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 4,265 ft
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
Complete briefing checklist
View all learning resources →

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.