Kasane Airport

FBKE / BBK

Kasane, BW

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
9 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FBKE 040900Z 04009KT 010V090 9999 SCT025 27/21 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,289 ft
SCT 2,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,789 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FBKE 040900Z 0412/0421 09008KT 9999 FEW035CB PROB30 TEMPO 0409/0416 TSRA BECMG 0418/0420 CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:28Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
18:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BKE
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
6,562 ft 98 ft ASP 71°
6.9 kt 5.8 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FBKE

2,220 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
83.9%
MVFR
16%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0.1%

Kasane Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 83.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.5 knots. Temperatures typically range between 14°C and 38°C with an average of 26.6°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 22 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
13.8%
NE
17.7%
E
41.8%
SE
8.6%
S
3.6%
SW
1.4%
W
3.8%
NW
8.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 26.6°C
Range: 14°C to 38°C
14°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.1%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.5 kt

Statistics computed from 2,220 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Kasane Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FBKE
IATA Code: BBK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,289 ft MSL

Location

City: Kasane
Country: BW
Latitude: -17.832899°
Longitude: 25.162399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Kasane Airport

Overview

Kasane Airport serves the northeastern region of Botswana, located near the confluence of four countries: Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Situated at an elevation of 3289 ft MSL, the airport provides critical access to the Chobe National Park region and supports both regional and tourism-related aviation operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences highly consistent VFR conditions, with 87.2% of observations showing clear flight rules. Prevailing easterly winds at an average of 7.7 knots create stable approach conditions, with maximum recorded wind speeds of 22 knots. September through November represent the optimal months for VFR flying, characterized by clear skies and minimal weather variability.

Notable Features

Kasane Airport features a single asphalt runway (08/26) measuring 6562 feet in length, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. The airport's geographical position near multiple international borders and adjacent to significant wildlife conservation areas makes it strategically important for regional transportation and tourism support.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26 demonstrates highly favorable wind alignment, with 100% wind compatibility and an average crosswind of only 3.5 knots. Temperature variations between 14°C and 38°C suggest pilots should consider density altitude effects, particularly during warmer months. Consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles provides excellent visual approach conditions.

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.