Yengema Airport

GFYE / WYE

Yengema, SL

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Yengema Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GFYE
IATA Code: WYE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,300 ft MSL

Location

City: Yengema
Country: SL
Latitude: 8.610470°
Longitude: -11.045400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 3,000 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: TURF
ILS: No

About Yengema Airport

Overview

Yengema Airport serves the mining region of Sierra Leone, located in the eastern part of the country. Situated at an elevation of 1300 ft above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical infrastructure for regional transportation and resource sector operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's tropical location suggests variable weather conditions typical of West African climate zones. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal moisture and thermal variations that could impact turf runway performance, particularly during wet and dry seasonal transitions.

Notable Features

The single runway (15/33) is a 3000-foot turf surface, which requires specific landing and takeoff considerations for aircraft performance. The airport's geographical coordinates at 8.610470, -11.045400 place it in a terrain-varied region that demands careful navigation and situational awareness.

Approach Considerations

Approach strategies should account for the turf runway's potential surface variability and reduced friction characteristics compared to paved surfaces. Pilots should carefully assess aircraft weight, runway length, and current surface conditions to ensure safe landing and takeoff operations.

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.