Current Weather
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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRKaronga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 3,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 206.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 16 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,200 ft (CB), scattered at 3,400 ft. Caution: cumulonimbus (thunderstorm) clouds reported at 3,200 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual 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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4,200 ft | 59 ft | ASP | 138° |
↑ 16.0 kt
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↔ 0.0 kt
0° angle
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Karonga Airport - Airport Information
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About Karonga Airport
Overview
Karonga Airport (FWKA) is a medium-sized airport situated in the northern region of Malawi at an elevation of 1,765 feet above mean sea level. Located at coordinates -9.953571, 33.893264, the airport serves the Karonga District and provides critical transportation infrastructure for the northern part of the country.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation of 1,765 ft MSL suggests a moderate altitude environment with potential for variable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate typical tropical highland weather patterns, which can include occasional convective activity and potential visibility challenges during certain seasons.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (14/32) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,200 feet in length. Its geographic position near the northern Malawian landscape indicates potential terrain considerations, with surrounding topographical variations that could influence local wind patterns and approach dynamics.
Approach Considerations
Runway 14/32 provides directional flexibility for arrivals and departures, with orientation allowing for wind-adaptive operations. Pilots should carefully assess current wind conditions and utilize the full 4,200-foot asphalt runway length, maintaining standard terrain awareness during approach and landing procedures.
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