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Kerema Airport - Airport Information
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About Kerema Airport
Overview
Kerema Airport serves the Gulf Province region of Papua New Guinea, located near the town of Kerema. As a medium-sized airport at 10 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical regional transportation infrastructure for local and regional aviation operations in this coastal area.
Flying Conditions
The airport's low elevation of 10 ft MSL indicates a coastal environment with potential for high humidity and variable wind conditions. Given its proximity to the Gulf of Papua, pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences that could impact visibility and wind patterns.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalt surface measuring 3,044 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates at -7.963610, 145.770996 place it in a relatively flat coastal region, which should provide relatively straightforward approach and departure paths for appropriately equipped aircraft.
Approach Considerations
Runway 14/32 orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing local wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment during pre-flight planning, ensuring adequate crosswind handling capabilities for safe operations at this medium airport.
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