Faya-Largeau Airport

FTTY / FYT

Faya-Largeau, TD

Last Updated
Mar 4, 15:00Z

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Raw METAR

METAR FTTY 041500Z 06016KT CAVOK 29/// Q1017

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TTY
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
9,186 ft 148 ft ASP 58°
16.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FTTY

1,050 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
77.9%
MVFR
17.4%
IFR
2.2%
LIFR
2.5%

Faya-Largeau Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 77.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 4.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 15.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 50 knots. Temperatures typically range between 19°C and 42°C with an average of 36.3°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, October, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 15.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 50 kt
Calm Winds: 1.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
0.7%
NE
92.3%
E
3.6%
SE
0.2%
S
0.3%
SW
0.6%
W
0.5%
NW
0.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 36.3°C
Range: 19°C to 42°C
19°C 42°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March October September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,050 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Faya-Largeau Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FTTY
IATA Code: FYT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 771 ft MSL

Location

City: Faya-Largeau
Country: TD
Latitude: 17.917101°
Longitude: 19.111099°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 9,186 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Faya-Largeau Airport

Overview

Faya-Largeau Airport serves the remote desert region of northern Chad, located at an elevation of 771 ft MSL. The medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a challenging geographic area, supporting regional transportation needs in this isolated part of the Sahara Desert.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Faya-Largeau are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with VFR conditions present 83.1% of the time. Temperature extremes are significant, averaging 36.4°C with a range from 19°C to 42°C, which pilots must consider for aircraft performance. The prevailing northeast winds at an average of 15.2 knots create consistent and predictable wind conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 06/24 extends 9,186 feet with an asphalt surface, providing substantial operational flexibility for various aircraft types. The airport's geographic location at coordinates 17.917101, 19.111099 places it in a desert environment with minimal surrounding terrain obstructions, offering relatively straightforward approach and departure paths.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with winds supporting operations 100% of the time and an average crosswind of only 3.5 knots. Optimal visual flying conditions occur during September, October, and November, with consistently high visibility averaging 10 statute miles and minimal meteorological restrictions.

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.