Manston Air Base

OO42

Manston, OM

Last Updated
May 15, 07:50Z

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Currently using: OOSA
Weather Source: Salalah Airport (OOSA)
Distance: 42nm / 78km from OO42

Military Airport

Restricted

This is a military aerodrome. Civil aircraft access may be restricted or require prior authorization. Consult the applicable AIP for current access procedures.

Consult the applicable national AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 22 min ago
07:50Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
32°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
13 kt
190°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR OOSA 150750Z 19013KT 9999 FEW025 32/25 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,182 ft
FEW 2,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,682 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Manston Air Base is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (190°) at 13 knots. Runway 16/34 is favored with a 11-knot headwind and 7-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 32°C (90°F) with a dewpoint of 25°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
901 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,182 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,370 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,174 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF OOSA 150540Z 1506/1612 19012KT 9999 FEW025 BECMG 1516/1518 VRB03KT BECMG 1606/1608 19012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:11Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
16:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR VRB 3 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
O42
16 ✈️
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
4,928 ft 100 ft ASP 157°
11.3 kt 6.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Manston Air Base - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: OO42
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,182 ft MSL

Location

City: Manston
Country: OM
Latitude: 16.990400°
Longitude: 53.358799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-4

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,928 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Manston Air Base

Manston Air Base is a military facility. Civilian access may be restricted or require Prior Permission (PPR). Pilots should consult the OM AIP for current access procedures and restrictions.

Manston Air Base (OO42) is located in Manston, OM at an elevation of 3,182 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (16/34), with the longest at 4,928 feet.

Airport Overview

Manston Air Base serves Manston in OM. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (16/34) with asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,928 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3182 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 appropriate aeronautical charts for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from OO42, 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.