Oyem Airport

FOGO / OYE

Oyem, GA

Last Updated
Apr 14, 14:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 211 hours ago
14:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
2 kt
20°
10+ km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FOGO 141400Z 02002KT 9999 BKN015TCU 31/24 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,158 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL (TCU)
☁️
BKN (TCU)
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,658 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Oyem Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 1,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 210.9 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 1,500 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 24°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OGO
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
5,906 ft 98 ft ASP 25°
2.0 kt 0.3 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Oyem Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FOGO
IATA Code: OYE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,158 ft MSL

Location

City: Oyem
Country: GA
Latitude: 1.543110°
Longitude: 11.581400°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 5,906 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Oyem Airport

Overview

Oyem Airport serves the regional transportation needs in Gabon's northern province, situated at an elevation of 2,158 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates 1.543110, 11.581400, the airport provides critical infrastructure for medium-sized aircraft operations in this part of central Africa.

Flying Conditions

The airport's significant elevation at 2,158 ft MSL suggests potential for variable atmospheric conditions typical of central African highland regions. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude variations that could impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods of the year.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (03/21) measuring 5,906 feet in length, constructed with an asphalt surface. Its geographic positioning in Gabon's interior suggests surrounding terrain may include mixed woodland and potential elevation changes that could influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's substantial 5,906-foot length provides adequate operational flexibility for medium-sized aircraft. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the runway's orientation and the region's topographical characteristics.

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.