Dwangwa Airport

FWDW / DWA

Dwangwa, MW

Last Updated
Jan 6, 10:00Z

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Currently using: FWUU
Weather Source: Mzuzu Airport (FWUU)
Distance: 65nm / 120km from FWDW

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 1366 hours ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
12 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,400 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FWUU 061000Z 30012KT 9999 BKN024 26/19 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,605 ft
BKN 2,400 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,005 ft AMSL
QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
964 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,605 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,493 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,198 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.2°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WDW
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
3,980 ft 0 ft
11.3 kt 4.1 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dwangwa Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FWDW
IATA Code: DWA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,605 ft MSL

Location

City: Dwangwa
Country: MW
Latitude: -12.517527°
Longitude: 34.131877°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 3,980 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

About Dwangwa Airport

Overview

Dwangwa Airport serves the Dwangwa region in Malawi, situated at coordinates -12.517527, 34.131877. As a medium-sized airport elevated at 1,605 feet mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the local area. The airport supports regional transportation needs with its single runway configuration.

Flying Conditions

Located in central Malawi, Dwangwa Airport experiences typical subtropical highland climate conditions characteristic of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential variability in wind conditions, particularly during seasonal transitions. The airport's elevation of 1,605 feet MSL will influence aircraft performance calculations and approach considerations.

Notable Features

The airport features a runway (14/32) with a total length of 3,980 feet, accommodating medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical positioning suggests potential terrain variations in the surrounding landscape that pilots should be aware of during approach and departure phases. The runway orientation indicates potential wind alignment challenges.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 provides directional options for landing based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully calculate performance parameters considering the airport's moderate elevation and runway length. Standard approach procedures will require careful attention to local terrain and potential wind gradient effects.

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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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.