Sikasso Airport

GASK / KSS

Sikasso, ML

Last Updated
Jun 24, 17:00Z

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Currently using: DFOO
Weather Source: Bobo Dioulasso Airport (DFOO)
Distance: 80nm / 149km from GASK

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
17:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
200°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DFOO 241700Z 20005KT 150V230 9999 SCT016 FEW033CB 31/21 Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,378 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
FEW 3,300 ft AGL (CB)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,978 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,678 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Sikasso Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southwest (200°) at 5 knots. Runway 26 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,600 ft, few at 3,300 ft (CB). Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,300 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ASK
08
26 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
9,350 ft 75 ft Dirt 76°
2.5 kt 4.3 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Sikasso Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GASK
IATA Code: KSS
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,378 ft MSL

Location

City: Sikasso
Country: ML
Latitude: 11.328611°
Longitude: -5.684722°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+0

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 9,350 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: Dirt
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Sikasso Airport

Sikasso Airport (GASK/KSS) is located in Sikasso, ML at an elevation of 1,378 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (08/26), with the longest at 9,350 feet.

Airport Overview

Sikasso Airport serves Sikasso in ML. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (08/26) with dirt surface. The longest runway measures 9,350 feet, suitable for large aircraft 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 GASK, 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.

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.