Gitega Airport

HBBE / GID

Gitega, BI

Last Updated
Jun 7, 18:00Z

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Currently using: HBBA
Weather Source: Bujumbura Melchior Ndadaye International Airport (HBBA)
Distance: 36nm / 67km from HBBE

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 10 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
6 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HBBA 071800Z 18006KT 9999 FEW030 SCT100 27/23 Q1017 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 5,741 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 10,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,741 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
10,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
15,741 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Gitega Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 10,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 9.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 6 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft, scattered at 10,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
826 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (5,741 ft)
Pressure Alt
5,629 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 8,447 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HBBA 072300Z 0800/0906 36005KT 9999 FEW022 SCT070 BECMG 0809/0811 18010KT FEW030 BECMG 0821/0823 36005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
03:50Z BASE
+0h
VFR 360° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 180° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBE
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
3,117 ft 0 ft UNK
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Gitega Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HBBE
IATA Code: GID
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 5,741 ft MSL

Location

City: Gitega
Country: BI
Latitude: -3.417209°
Longitude: 29.911308°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,117 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: UNK
ILS: No

About Gitega Airport

Gitega Airport (HBBE/GID) is located in Gitega, BI at an elevation of 5,741 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,117 feet.

Airport Overview

Gitega Airport serves Gitega in BI. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with unk surface. The longest runway measures 3,117 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 5741 feet MSL, density altitude is an important consideration for flight planning, particularly during summer months. Performance calculations should account for the reduced air density at this elevation.

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 HBBE, 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.