Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport

FMCH / HAH

Moroni, KM

Last Updated
Apr 30, 18:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 3 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
2 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMCH 301800Z 07002KT 9999 FEW020 27/23 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 93 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,093 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 2.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1010 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (93 ft)
Pressure Alt
101 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,563 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FMCH 301700Z 3018/0124 09005KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 0105/0107 21010KT PROB30 TEMPO 0109/0112 4000 TS SHRA FEW020CB BKN030 BECMG 0114/0116 10005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
05:00Z BECMG
+9h
VFR 210° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCH
02 ✈️
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
9,514 ft 148 ft ASP 10°
1.3 kt 1.5 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMCH

1,593 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
91.3%
MVFR
7.5%
IFR
1%
LIFR
0.1%

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 91.3% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.6°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.6%
Direction Distribution:
N
7.9%
NE
3.3%
E
26.3%
SE
21.7%
S
7.6%
SW
10.8%
W
11.1%
NW
10.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.6°C
Range: 22°C to 34°C
22°C 34°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

September October April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 1,593 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMCH
IATA Code: HAH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 93 ft MSL

Location

City: Moroni
Country: KM
Latitude: -11.533700°
Longitude: 43.271900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,514 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport

Overview

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport serves Moroni, the capital of Comoros, located on Grande Comore Island in the Indian Ocean. As the primary international gateway for the country, this medium-sized airport handles regional and international commercial traffic at an elevation of 93 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 90% of the time, with minimal occurrences of instrument flight rules. Temperatures consistently range from 22°C to 33°C, with an average of 29.1°C, creating stable thermal conditions. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 9,514 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium to large aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. The geographical position suggests potential maritime weather influences typical of Indian Ocean island environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.9 knots. Excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles ensures consistent visual approach capabilities. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns and high probability of visual meteorological conditions throughout the year.

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.