Nadzab Airport

AYNZ / LAE

Lae, PG

Last Updated
Feb 23, 04:00Z

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Currently using: AYNZ
Weather Source: Nadzab Airport (AYNZ)
Distance: 0nm / 0km from AYNZ

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 223 hours ago
04:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
34°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
7 kt
90°
10+ km
Visibility
28,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR AYNZ 230400Z 09007KT 9999 FEW020TCU SCT020 BKN280 34/26 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 239 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 28,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,239 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,239 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,239 ft AMSL

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YNZ
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
7,999 ft 148 ft ASP 95°
7.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Nadzab Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: AYNZ
IATA Code: LAE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 239 ft MSL

Location

City: Lae
Country: PG
Latitude: -6.569803°
Longitude: 146.725977°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 7,999 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Nadzab Airport

Overview

Nadzab Airport serves the Lae region in Papua New Guinea as a medium-sized airport critical for regional transportation. Located at coordinates -6.569803, 146.725977, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for Morobe Province. Its strategic position supports both commercial and potentially military aviation operations in this part of Papua New Guinea.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at 239 feet above mean sea level, which suggests a relatively low-elevation environment typical of coastal Papua New Guinea. Being near the equatorial region, pilots can expect consistent tropical weather patterns with potential rapid atmospheric changes. Humidity and precipitation are likely significant factors in local flying conditions.

Notable Features

The primary runway (09/27) is 7,999 feet long and constructed with asphalt, providing substantial landing surface for medium-sized aircraft. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios, particularly important given the surrounding terrain. The substantial runway length indicates the airport can accommodate reasonably large aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 09/27's extended length allows flexibility in approach and departure procedures. Pilots should anticipate potential terrain-influenced wind variations due to the airport's geographic location near coastal and mountainous regions. Standard approach considerations should include careful attention to local meteorological conditions and potential rapidly changing weather patterns.

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

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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.