Amboseli Airport

HKAM / ASV

Amboseli National Park, KE

Last Updated
Mar 5, 04:00Z

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Currently using: HTKJ
Weather Source: Kilimanjaro International Airport (HTKJ)
Distance: 48nm / 89km from HKAM

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
5 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HTKJ 050400Z 30005KT 9999 FEW008 FEW019CB BKN020 19/19 Q1018 RERA NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,755 ft
FEW 800 ft AGL
FEW 1,900 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,555 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,655 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,755 ft AMSL
QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
893 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,755 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,613 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 4,994 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HTKJ 041700Z 0418/0518 09010KT 9999 FEW020CB BKN022 PROB30 TEMPO 0422/0502 TSRA BECMG 0503/0505 BKN018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,200 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KAM
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
3,284 ft 0 ft ASP
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
140° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Amboseli Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKAM
IATA Code: ASV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,755 ft MSL

Location

City: Amboseli National Park
Country: KE
Latitude: -2.645050°
Longitude: 37.253101°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 3,284 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Amboseli Airport

Overview

Amboseli Airport serves the Amboseli National Park region in southeastern Kenya, providing critical access to this wildlife conservation area. Located at 2.645050°S latitude and 37.253101°E longitude, the airport supports tourism, conservation, and local transportation needs in this remote national park region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 3,755 feet above mean sea level creates moderate altitude conditions that may affect aircraft performance. Being situated in an equatorial region, pilots can expect generally consistent temperatures with potential thermal variations due to the park's savanna landscape. Wind conditions may vary, particularly during seasonal transitional periods.

Notable Features

Situated in a national park environment, the airport presents unique terrain considerations with potential wildlife presence near the operational area. The single runway (08/26) is 3,284 feet long and surfaced with asphalt, providing adequate length for medium-sized aircraft operations. Surrounding terrain includes open savanna with potential visual navigation challenges during low-visibility conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 suggests east-west orientation, which pilots should consider when evaluating wind components and approach strategies. The asphalt surface and moderate elevation require standard performance calculations accounting for altitude effects. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal variations and be prepared for potential wildlife hazards during ground 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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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.