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Gondar Airport - Airport Information
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About Gondar Airport
Overview
Gondar Airport serves the historic city of Gondar in northwestern Ethiopia, located in the Amhara region. Situated at a significant elevation of 6,449 feet mean sea level, the airport supports regional transportation and connects this culturally important area to broader Ethiopian transportation networks.
Flying Conditions
The high-altitude environment at 6,449 feet presents notable performance considerations for aircraft, requiring careful weight and performance calculations. The airport's elevation and geographic location suggest potential for variable wind conditions and temperature-related density altitude effects that pilots must carefully assess during pre-flight planning.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (17/35) with an impressive length of 9,072 feet, constructed with asphalt surface. Its geographical positioning in the Ethiopian highlands means surrounding terrain is likely characterized by significant elevation changes and complex topographical features that could influence local meteorological conditions.
Approach Considerations
Runway 17/35 provides a significant runway length which can accommodate various aircraft types, potentially offering flexibility in approach and landing strategies. Pilots should anticipate potential high-altitude approach challenges, including reduced engine performance and increased landing distances due to the airport's elevation of 6,449 feet mean sea level.
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