Bario Airport

WBGZ / BBN

Bario, MY

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:30Z

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Currently using: WBSB
Weather Source: Brunei International Airport (WBSB)
Distance: 80nm / 148km from WBGZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
09:30Z
☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
29°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
9 kt
350°
10+ km
Visibility
28,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1007 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WBSB 040930Z 35009KT 9999 FEW015 FEW016CB BKN280 29/24 Q1007 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,350 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 28,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,850 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,950 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
31,350 ft AMSL
QNH
1007 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
895 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,350 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,538 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,022 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +20.7°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WBSB 040500Z 0406/0512 35008KT 9999 SCT015 FEW016CB BECMG 0411/0413 03003KT SCT014 BECMG 0419/0421 21003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:44Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
11:00Z BECMG
+2h
VFR 30° 3 kt
19:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 210° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
BGZ
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
 2,198 ft 0 ft 0°
↓ 4.5 kt • ↔ 7.8 kt
120° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bario Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WBGZ
IATA Code: BBN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,350 ft MSL

Location

City: Bario
Country: MY
Latitude: 3.734648°
Longitude: 115.478548°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 2,198 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface:
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
350°@9kt
Density Alt
3350ft, 29°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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WBGM N/A
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74nm
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WBSB VFR
Brunei International Airport
80nm
148km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bario Airport

Overview

Bario Airport serves the remote Kelabit Highlands region in Sarawak, Malaysia, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this isolated mountainous area. Located at an elevation of 3,350 feet above mean sea level, the airport supports regional connectivity and serves local communities in northern Sarawak.

Flying Conditions

The high-altitude location at 3,350 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations during approach and takeoff. Temperatures and density altitude will significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly for smaller aircraft operating at this elevation.

Notable Features

Bario Airport features a single runway (11/29) measuring 2,198 feet in length, situated in a challenging terrain environment typical of the Kelabit Highlands. The airport's geographic coordinates (3.734648, 115.478548) indicate its position in a mountainous region with complex surrounding topography that requires careful navigation.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges given the mountainous surroundings. Pilots should thoroughly prepare for terrain-influenced wind patterns and be prepared for potential turbulence during approach and departure phases of flight.

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.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at WBGZ

How to Read METAR Reports
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Density Altitude Explained
Critical for high elevation ops
Field elev: 3,350 ft
How to Read TAF Forecasts
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Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
Complete briefing checklist
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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.