Mulu Airport

WBMU / MZV

Mulu, MY

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Currently using: WBGR
Weather Source: Miri Airport (WBGR)
Distance: 52nm / 96km from WBMU

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 10 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
6 kt
240°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WBGR 150400Z 24006KT 200V340 9999 SCT016 31/26 Q1008

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 80 ft
SCT 1,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,680 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mulu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west-southwest (240°) at 6 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 26°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 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 06:00Z and 10:00Z.

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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Raw TAF
TAF WBGR 142300Z 1500/1600 VRB03KT 9999 FEW016 TEMPO 1506/1510 13007KT 4000 TSRA FEW015CB SCT016
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
06:00Z TEMPO
+2h
IFR 130° 7 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Thunderstorm Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BMU
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
4,921 ft 100 ft ASP 35°
5.2 kt 3.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mulu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WBMU
IATA Code: MZV
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Mulu
Country: MY
Latitude: 4.048330°
Longitude: 114.805000°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 4,921 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mulu Airport

Overview

Mulu Airport serves the Mulu region in Malaysia, located at coordinates 4.048330, 114.805000. Situated at an elevation of 80 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical air access to the remote area of Sarawak, supporting local transportation and potentially tourism infrastructure.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 80 ft MSL suggests a tropical climate with potentially high humidity and variable weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges related to tropical atmospheric conditions, including rapid weather shifts and potential thunderstorm development typical of the Malaysian equatorial region.

Notable Features

Mulu Airport features a single runway (03/21) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,921 feet in length. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with winds potentially approaching from different quadrants depending on seasonal meteorological patterns.

Approach Considerations

The 4,921-foot asphalt runway provides moderate operational capabilities for medium-sized aircraft. Pilots should carefully evaluate aircraft performance limitations in relation to the runway length, particularly considering the tropical environmental conditions and potential weight/payload considerations.

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

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.