What is the current weather at Ndolo Airport?

Current conditions at Ndolo Airport (FZAB) are MVFR. Temperature is 26°C. Winds are from VRB° at 7 knots.

What runways does FZAB have?

Ndolo Airport has 1 runway(s): Runway 08/26 (5,526 ft, ASP).

Does FZAB have an ILS approach?

Ndolo Airport (FZAB) does not have ILS equipment listed. Check the current AIP for available instrument approaches.

What is the elevation of FZAB?

Ndolo Airport (FZAB) has a field elevation of 915 feet MSL.

What is the ICAO code for Ndolo Airport?

The ICAO code for Ndolo Airport is FZAB. The IATA code is NLO.

Where is FZAB located?

Ndolo Airport (FZAB) is located near N'dolo, CD at coordinates -4.326660°N, 15.327500°E.

How often is the METAR updated for FZAB?

METAR reports for Ndolo Airport (FZAB) are typically issued once per hour, around 55 minutes past the hour. Special METARs (SPECI) are issued when significant weather changes occur. MetarCentral updates data from official sources every 5 minutes.

Does FZAB have a TAF forecast?

TAF (Terminal Aerodrome Forecast) availability depends on the airport. Check the FZAB TAF page at metarcentral.com/airport/FZAB/taf for the latest forecast, which covers a 24-30 hour period and is updated every 6 hours.

What does MVFR mean at FZAB?

Ndolo Airport is currently reporting MVFR conditions. MVFR (Marginal VFR) means visibility is 3-5 statute miles and/or ceiling is 1,000-3,000 feet AGL. Pilots should exercise caution and be prepared for potential IFR conditions.

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FZAB / NLO

N'dolo, CD

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Current Weather

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Time

Temp

Wind

Alt

QNH

Fresh 14 min ago

10:00Z

☀️ Day

MVFR

Flight Rules

26°C

Temperature

Dewpoint: 18°C

7 kt

Variable

7 km

Visibility

∞

Ceiling

Unlimited

1016 hPa

QNH

Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FCBB 261000Z VRB07KT 7000 FEW013 SCT020 26/18 Q1016 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft

9,000ft

6,000ft

3,000ft

Ground

Field Elev: 915 ft

FEW 1,300 ft AGL

SCT 2,000 ft AGL

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FEW

Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)

1,300 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

2,215 ft AMSL

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SCT

Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)

2,000 ft

AGL (Above Ground)

2,915 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Ndolo Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,000 feet and 7 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 7 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 7 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,300 ft, scattered at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Mist. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Mist between 04:00Z and 08:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

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

QNH

1016 hPa

Sea Level Pressure

For altitude above MSL

QFE

986 hPa

Field Pressure

Height above aerodrome (915 ft)

Pressure Alt

833 ft

QNE Reference

Standard: 1013 hPa

Density Altitude: 2,373 ft

ISA Deviation: +12.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF

TAF FCBB 260500Z 2606/2712 25004KT 7000 SCT020 PROB30 2704/2708 4000 BR

Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)

10:13Z BASE

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MVFR 250° 4 kt

Visibility: 7 km

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Airport Runway Layout

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Runway Information

Runway	Length	Width	Surface	Heading	Wind Component
08/26	5,526 ft	98 ft	ASP	70°	No wind data

🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions

⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component

↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ndolo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FZAB

IATA Code: NLO

Type: medium airport

Status: active

Elevation: 915 ft MSL

Location

City: N'dolo

Country: CD

Latitude: -4.326660°

Longitude: 15.327500°

Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 08/26

Length: 5,526 ft

Width: 98 ft

Surface: ASP

ILS: No

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About Ndolo Airport

Overview

Ndolo Airport is a medium-sized airport located in N'dolo, Democratic Republic of Congo, serving the urban aviation needs of the region. Situated at an elevation of 915 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical transportation infrastructure at coordinates -4.326660, 15.327500.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 915 ft MSL suggests a moderate terrain environment typical of central African regions. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in temperature and humidity that can affect aircraft performance, particularly during approach and takeoff on the 5526-foot asphalted runway.

Notable Features

The single runway 08/26 offers a substantial 5526-foot paved surface, providing adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Its orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach, with winds potentially affecting landing and takeoff performance.

Approach Considerations

Runway 08/26's orientation indicates potential wind variations that pilots must assess during pre-flight planning. The 5526-foot runway length provides reasonable operational flexibility, but pilots should carefully calculate performance parameters based on current meteorological conditions and aircraft specifications.

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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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.