Tiko Airport

FKKC / TKC

Tiko, CM

Last Updated
Apr 23, 00:00Z

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Currently using: FKKD
Weather Source: Douala International Airport (FKKD)
Distance: 22nm / 41km from FKKC

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 53 min ago
00:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
6 kt
140°
8 km
Visibility
1,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FKKD 230000Z 14006KT 8000 TS BKN013 FEW016CB 26/26 Q1009 TEMPO 09015G30KT 2000 TSRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 151 ft
BKN 1,300 ft AGL
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,451 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,751 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Tiko Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,300 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 6 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 0-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1300 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 1,600 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Light Thunderstorm Rain, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary IFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 00:00Z and 04:00Z. There is a 40% probability of VFR conditions between 00:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1004 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (151 ft)
Pressure Alt
279 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,635 ft
ISA Deviation: +11.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FKKD 222300Z 2300/2406 VRB05KT 6000 -TSRA BKN016 FEW020CB TEMPO 2300/2304 3000 TSRA PROB40 TEMPO 2300/2302 07015G30KT BECMG 2306/2308 NSW BECMG 2308/2310 BKN016 FEW020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:52Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 5 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 1,600 ft
Light Thunderstorm Rain
06:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR
08:00Z BECMG
+8h
MVFR
Ceiling: 1,600 ft

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KKC
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
4,512 ft 151 ft ASP 43°
0.0 kt 6.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Tiko Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FKKC
IATA Code: TKC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 151 ft MSL

Location

City: Tiko
Country: CM
Latitude: 4.089190°
Longitude: 9.360530°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 4,512 ft
Width: 151 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tiko Airport

Overview

Tiko Airport serves the coastal region of Cameroon, located near the city of Tiko at coordinates 4.089190, 9.360530. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 151 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the southwestern part of the country.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with humidity and potential visibility challenges. Pilots should anticipate typical equatorial climate characteristics, which can include periodic rainfall and localized atmospheric variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (05/23) measuring 4,512 feet long with an asphalt surface. Its moderate elevation and runway length accommodate medium-sized aircraft operations, providing critical transportation infrastructure for the regional transportation network.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 orientation indicates potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and velocity during approach, leveraging the runway's full 4,512-foot length for safe landing and takeoff procedures.

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.