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Fangatau Airport - Airport Information
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About Fangatau Airport
Overview
Fangatau Airport serves the remote atoll of Fangatau in French Polynesia, located in the Tuamotu Archipelago. Positioned at coordinates -15.820044, -140.888071, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the island, with an elevation of 9 feet mean sea level (MSL).
Flying Conditions
The airport's low elevation of 9 ft MSL suggests a maritime tropical climate typical of Pacific atolls, with potential for significant humidity and variable wind conditions. Pilots should anticipate marine-influenced weather patterns that can change rapidly, particularly during seasonal transition periods.
Notable Features
The single runway 07/25 is 3,936 feet long and surfaced with asphalt (ASP), offering moderate operational capabilities for regional aircraft. Given the airport's location on a small atoll, surrounding terrain is likely flat with minimal obstruction, but careful navigation is essential due to the isolated oceanic environment.
Approach Considerations
With a single runway aligned 07/25, pilots should be prepared to adapt approach strategies based on prevailing wind conditions. The runway's moderate length of 3,936 feet requires careful speed and landing performance calculations, especially for larger aircraft operating in potentially challenging maritime atmospheric conditions.
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