Lungi International Airport

GFLL / FNA

Freetown (Lungi-Town), SL

Last Updated
Mar 4, 19:00Z

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Current Weather

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IFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
12 kt
220°
4 km
Visibility
1,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR GFLL 041900Z 22012KT 4000 HZ BKN012 28/20 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 84 ft
BKN 1,200 ft AGL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,284 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF GFLL 041654Z 0418/0524 26009KT 5000 HZ SCT013 TEMPO 0419/0423 23007KT FEW011 TEMPO 0505/0509 VRB03KT 4000 BR BKN009
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:47Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 260° 9 kt
Visibility: 5 km
Haze
05:00Z TEMPO
+9h
IFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 900 ft
Mist

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Airport Runway Layout

N
FLL
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,498 ft 150 ft ASP 107°
2.1 kt 11.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - GFLL

1,280 observations | Nov 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
23.8%
MVFR
59.5%
IFR
16.1%
LIFR
0.6%

Lungi International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 23.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16.7% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.8 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27.5°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are January, December, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 19 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
3.5%
NE
11.2%
E
6.9%
SE
1.1%
S
7.6%
SW
41%
W
26.9%
NW
1.6%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.5°C
Range: 21°C to 34°C
21°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.5%

Best Months for VFR

January December November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 6.3 kt

Statistics computed from 1,280 METAR observations (Nov 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Lungi International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GFLL
IATA Code: FNA
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 84 ft MSL

Location

City: Freetown (Lungi-Town)
Country: SL
Latitude: 8.616440°
Longitude: -13.195500°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 10,498 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Lungi International Airport

Overview

Lungi International Airport serves as the primary international gateway for Sierra Leone, located in the Lungi area near Freetown. The airport is a critical transportation hub for the country, handling international and regional passenger and cargo flights. Its strategic coastal location provides essential air connectivity for West Africa's Sierra Leone region.

Flying Conditions

Located at 84 feet above mean sea level, Lungi International Airport experiences typical tropical maritime weather conditions characteristic of West Africa's coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential challenges from seasonal humidity, occasional thunderstorm activity, and variable wind conditions. The airport's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean can introduce maritime meteorological influences that may impact flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport features a substantial 10,498-foot asphalt runway (12/30) capable of handling large aircraft types. Its geographic position near the coast suggests potential for crosswind and wind shear considerations during approach and departure phases. The terrain surrounding the airport is relatively flat, which generally provides favorable conditions for aircraft operations.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30's extended length of 10,498 feet offers significant operational flexibility for various aircraft types and weights. Prevailing wind patterns and the runway's orientation will typically influence approach and departure procedures. Pilots should conduct standard pre-flight assessments of current meteorological conditions and runway state to ensure safe operations.

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: 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.