Governor's Harbour Airport

MYEM / GHB

Governor's Harbour, BS

Last Updated
Jul 5, 02:00Z

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Currently using: MYNN
Weather Source: Lynden Pindling International Airport (MYNN)
Distance: 63nm / 117km from MYEM

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
7 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MYNN 050200Z 14007KT 9999 FEW015CB SCT030 29/23 A3009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 26 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL (CB)
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,526 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,026 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Governor's Harbour Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 7 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,500 ft (CB), scattered at 3,000 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain, Heavy Thunderstorm Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Heavy Thunderstorm Rain between 16:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MYNN 042330Z 0500/0524 14007KT 9999 FEW018 SCT028 BECMG 0506/0508 VCTS FEW018CB SCT025 FM051200 17010KT 9000 SHRA VCTS FEW015CB SCT022 BKN100 PROB30 TEMPO 0516/0522 6000 +TSRA SCT012CB SCT018 OVC080 BECMG 0520/0522 14006KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:17Z BASE
+0h
VFR 140° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z BECMG
+4h
MVFR
12:00Z FM051200
+10h
MVFR 170° 10 kt
Visibility: 9 km
Ceiling: 10,000 ft
Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YEM
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
8,024 ft 150 ft ASP 144°
6.9 kt 1.2 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Governor's Harbour Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MYEM
IATA Code: GHB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 26 ft MSL

Location

City: Governor's Harbour
Country: BS
Latitude: 25.284700°
Longitude: -76.331001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 8,024 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Governor's Harbour Airport

Overview

Governor's Harbour Airport serves Eleuthera Island in the Bahamas, situated at coordinates 25.284700, -76.331001. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 26 feet mean sea level, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity in this part of the Bahamian archipelago.

Flying Conditions

Located in a maritime tropical environment, the airport experiences consistent wind patterns typical of Caribbean island settings. Seasonal variations can influence local weather, with potential for tropical maritime air masses and occasional frontal systems affecting visibility and wind conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (15/33) measuring 8,024 feet long with an asphalt surface. Its relatively low elevation of 26 feet MSL and island location suggest minimal terrain complexity, though pilots should remain attentive to potential oceanic meteorological influences during approach and departure.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33 provides a substantial 8,024-foot surface, offering considerable operational flexibility for various aircraft types. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind components given the airport's island location and assess wind direction relative to the runway's 15/33 orientation during preflight planning.

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.