Mocímboa da Praia Airport

FQMP / MZB

Mocímboa da Praia, MZ

Last Updated
Sep 9, 22:00Z

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Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4207 hours ago
22:00Z

🌅 Dawn
MVFR
Flight Rules
19°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
4 kt
270°
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

FQMP 092200Z 27004KT 9999 BKN020 19/17 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 89 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,089 ft AMSL
QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1020 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (89 ft)
Pressure Alt
-204 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 297 ft
ISA Deviation: +4.2°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
QMP
03
21 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
6,562 ft 88 ft ASP 25°
2.0 kt 3.5 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mocímboa da Praia Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FQMP
IATA Code: MZB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 89 ft MSL

Location

City: Mocímboa da Praia
Country: MZ
Latitude: -11.361800°
Longitude: 40.354900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 6,562 ft
Width: 88 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mocímboa da Praia Airport

Overview

Mocímboa da Praia Airport serves the coastal region of northern Mozambique, situated in Cabo Delgado Province. The airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for a region with limited ground access, supporting regional and potentially humanitarian aviation operations. Its medium-sized classification indicates capability for moderate commercial and charter aircraft movements.

Flying Conditions

Located near the Indian Ocean, the airport experiences tropical maritime climate conditions with potential significant seasonal wind variations. The relatively low elevation of 89 ft MSL suggests minimal altitude-related performance considerations for most aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including potential rapid visibility and wind changes characteristic of coastal environments.

Notable Features

The airport features a single asphalt runway (03/21) with a substantial length of 6,562 feet, accommodating a range of aircraft sizes. Its geographic coordinates at -11.361800, 40.354900 place the airport in a coastal zone with potential complex terrain and wind dynamics. The runway orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges during certain seasonal wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's extended length provides flexibility for approach and departure procedures across different aircraft types. Given the coastal location, pilots should prepare for potential wind shear and turbulence, particularly during seasonal transition periods. Standard instrument approach procedures will be critical for managing the maritime environmental conditions prevalent in this region.

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: Mar 4, 5200 5:57 PM 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.