Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport

FNBJ / NBJ

Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo), AO

Last Updated
Sep 16, 15:00Z

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Current Weather

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Stale 4062 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
9 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

FNBJ 161500Z 26009KT 240V310 9999 FEW036 27/18 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 550 ft
FEW 3,600 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,150 ft AMSL
QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
992 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (550 ft)
Pressure Alt
648 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,220 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
NBJ
06L
24R ✈️
06R
24L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06L/24R
Active: 24R
13,123 ft 197 ft ASPH
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
✈️ 06R/24L
Active: 24L
12,470 ft 197 ft ASPH
8.5 kt 3.1 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FNBJ
IATA Code: NBJ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 550 ft MSL

Location

City: Luanda (Ícolo e Bengo)
Country: AO
Latitude: -9.050734°
Longitude: 13.499078°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 06L/24R
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No
Runway 06R/24L
Length: 12,470 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASPH
ILS: No

About Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport

Overview

Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto International Airport serves as the primary international gateway to Luanda, Angola, located in the Ícolo e Bengo municipality. As a medium-sized airport with two substantial asphalt runways, it supports both commercial and potentially military aviation operations at an elevation of 550 feet mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

Pilots should anticipate tropical climate conditions typical of the Angolan coastal region, with potential for variable wind patterns affecting the airport's dual runway configuration. The airport's relatively low elevation at 550 ft MSL provides generally stable approach conditions, though pilots should remain aware of potential seasonal meteorological variations.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with significant length: runway 06L/24R at 13,123 feet and runway 06R/24L at 12,470 feet, both constructed of asphalt. Its geographical position near Luanda suggests potential maritime influence and the possibility of coastal weather phenomena that could impact flight operations.

Approach Considerations

The parallel runway configuration allows for flexible approach options, with runways oriented approximately 060/240 degrees. Pilots should prepare for potential crosswind scenarios given the runway alignment, and conduct standard terrain and approach assessments using current navigational charts specific to FNBJ.

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.