Ndolo Airport

FZAB / NLO

N'dolo, CD

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Distance: 6nm / 12km from FZAB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 27 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
2 kt
Variable
5 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1016 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCBB 040900Z VRB02KT 5000 BR FEW013 27/22 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 915 ft
FEW 1,300 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,215 ft AMSL
QNH
1016 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
986 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (915 ft)
Pressure Alt
833 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,493 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FCBB 040500Z 0406/0512 27008KT 8000 SCT016 PROB30 0412/0416 -TSRA SCT018 FEW030CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:26Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 270° 8 kt
Visibility: 8 km
12:00Z PROB30
+3h
MVFR
Light Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZAB
08
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
08/26 5,526 ft 98 ft ASP 70° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ndolo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FZAB
IATA Code: NLO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 915 ft MSL

Location

City: N'dolo
Country: CD
Latitude: -4.326660°
Longitude: 15.327500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,526 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ndolo Airport

Overview

Ndolo Airport is a medium-sized airport located in N'dolo, Democratic Republic of Congo, serving the urban aviation needs of the region. Situated at an elevation of 915 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure at coordinates -4.326660, 15.327500.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 915 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment typical of central African regions. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in temperature and humidity that can affect aircraft performance, particularly during approach and takeoff on the 5526-foot asphalted runway.

Notable Features

The single runway 08/26 offers a substantial 5526-foot paved surface, providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach, with winds potentially affecting landing and takeoff performance.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's orientation indicates potential wind variations that pilots must assess during pre-flight planning. The 5526-foot runway length provides reasonable operational flexibility, but pilots should carefully calculate performance parameters based on current meteorological conditions and aircraft specifications.

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
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.