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Weather Briefing
VFROmboue Hospital Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the south (190°) at 11 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 7-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 900 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 29°C (84°F) with a dewpoint of 25°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 24 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: Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast between 07:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 08:00Z and 10:00Z. There is a 40% probability of LIFR conditions with Thunderstorm Rain between 03:00Z and 06:00Z.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
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5,285 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 135° |
↑ 7.1 kt
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↔ 8.4 kt
50° angle
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About Omboue Hospital Airport
Overview
Omboue Hospital Airport serves the Omboue region in Gabon, functioning as a medium-sized airport at a low coastal elevation of 33 feet mean sea level. Located at coordinates -1.574730, 9.262690, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the local healthcare and community infrastructure. Its designation as FOOH identifies it within the international aviation code system.
Flying Conditions
The airport's low elevation of 33 ft MSL indicates a coastal environment with potentially variable maritime weather conditions. Pilots should anticipate potential humidity, sea-level wind patterns, and potential low visibility scenarios typical of coastal West African regions. The airport's geographical position suggests potential for rapid meteorological changes requiring continuous weather monitoring.
Notable Features
Omboue Hospital Airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalt surface measuring 5,285 feet in length. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind landing scenarios, particularly given the coastal geographic context. The medium airport classification indicates capability for supporting regional commercial and medical transport operations.
Approach Considerations
Runway 14/32's substantial 5,285-foot length provides adequate operational flexibility for most regional aircraft types. Approach planning should consider potential maritime wind influences and the low coastal elevation. Pilots should prepare for potential visibility challenges and ensure thorough preflight weather assessment given the airport's geographic 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.
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