Naivasha Airport

HKNV

Naivasha, KE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 01:00Z

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Currently using: HKNW
Weather Source: Nairobi Wilson Airport (HKNW)
Distance: 39nm / 73km from HKNV

Current Weather

Display Units
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🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
1,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKNW 040100Z 00000KT 9999 BKN017 BKN070 17/16 Q1020 RERA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 6,380 ft
BKN 1,700 ft AGL
BKN 7,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,080 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
13,380 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
807 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (6,380 ft)
Pressure Alt
6,178 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 7,949 ft
ISA Deviation: +14.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HKNW 031700Z 0318/0418 06010KT 9999 SCT024 BKN080 BECMG 0320/0323 VRB02KT -RA BKN020 BECMG 0408/0411 06010KT NSW SCT024 BKN080 TEMPO 0414/0418 -SHRA FEW021CB BKN022
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:28Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
08:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 60° 10 kt
Ceiling: 8,000 ft
14:00Z TEMPO
+12h
MVFR
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KNV
18
36

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
18/36 3,616 ft 55 ft BIT 185°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
175° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Naivasha Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKNV
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 6,380 ft MSL

Location

City: Naivasha
Country: KE
Latitude: -0.787953°
Longitude: 36.433494°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 18/36
Length: 3,616 ft
Width: 55 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Naivasha Airport

Naivasha Airport (HKNV) is located in Naivasha, KE at an elevation of 6,380 feet MSL, making density altitude a consideration for performance planning. The airport has 1 runway (18/36), with the longest at 3,616 feet.

Airport Overview

Naivasha Airport serves Naivasha in KE. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (18/36) with bit surface. The longest runway measures 3,616 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

At 6380 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 HKNV, 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.