Ukunda Airstrip

HKUK / UKA

Ukunda, KE

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Currently using: HKMO
Weather Source: Moi International Airport (HKMO)
Distance: 16nm / 29km from HKUK

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 45 min ago
09:00Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
10 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HKMO 040900Z 14010KT 9999 FEW027CB 33/23 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 98 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL (CB)
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,798 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (98 ft)
Pressure Alt
196 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,380 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +18.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HKMO 032300Z 0400/0506 21005KT 9999 SCT020 TEMPO 0401/0403 -RA BKN019 BECMG 0409/04012 15010KT NSW FEW026CB SCT027 BECMG 0421/0424 21005KT SCT020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
09:44Z BECMG
+0h
MVFR 150° 10 kt
21:00Z BECMG
+12h
VFR 210° 5 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
KUK
01
19 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
 3,851 ft 0 ft 0°
↑ 6.4 kt • ↔ 7.7 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ukunda Airstrip - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HKUK
IATA Code: UKA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 98 ft MSL

Location

City: Ukunda
Country: KE
Latitude: -4.293330°
Longitude: 39.571098°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 3,851 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
140°@10kt
Density Alt
98ft, 33°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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About Ukunda Airstrip

Ukunda Airstrip (HKUK/UKA) is located in Ukunda, KE at an elevation of 98 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (01/19), with the longest at 3,851 feet.

Airport Overview

Ukunda Airstrip serves Ukunda 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 (01/19) with surface. The longest runway measures 3,851 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 HKUK, 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.

Learn More

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Current winds: 10 knots
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for hot weather ops
Temp: 33°C
How to Read TAF Forecasts
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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.