Mutoko Airport

FVMT

Mutoko, ZW

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Mutoko Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FVMT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,950 ft MSL

Location

City: Mutoko
Country: ZW
Latitude: -17.431900°
Longitude: 32.184502°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Mutoko Airport

Overview

Mutoko Airport serves the Mutoko region in Zimbabwe, located at coordinates -17.431900, 32.184502. Situated at an elevation of 3950 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high elevation at 3950 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations, particularly during warmer periods. Operators should carefully calculate density altitude effects on aircraft performance, especially for larger or less powerful aircraft.

Notable Features

The airport features a single bituminous (BIT) runway designated 09/27, with a total length of 3609 feet. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with winds potentially impacting takeoff and landing operations from either direction.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's moderate length of 3609 feet requires careful performance planning for aircraft selection and landing techniques. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight calculations considering the airport's elevation and potential wind conditions when planning approaches to Mutoko Airport.

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

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution

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.