Bakel Airport

GOTB / BXE

Bakel, SN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:00Z

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Currently using: GOSM
Weather Source: Ouro Sogui Airport (GOSM)
Distance: 67nm / 124km from GOTB

Current Weather

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Recent 59 min ago
17:00Z

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35°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
4 kt
340°
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METAR GOSM 041700Z 34004KT CAVOK 35/21 Q1010

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Airport Runway Layout

N
OTB
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
5,741 ft 98 ft MAC 59°
0.0 kt 4.0 kt
90° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bakel Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: GOTB
IATA Code: BXE
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 98 ft MSL

Location

City: Bakel
Country: SN
Latitude: 14.847300°
Longitude: -12.468300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+1

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 5,741 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: MAC
ILS: No

About Bakel Airport

Overview

Bakel Airport serves the Bakel region in Senegal, positioned at coordinates 14.847300, -12.468300. As a medium airport situated at 98 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for regional transportation and potentially supporting local economic activities in southeastern Senegal.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation of 98 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of the Senegalese landscape. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and localized wind variations common in the Sahel region, which can impact approach and departure conditions.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (07/25) with a substantial length of 5,741 feet, classified as a MAC (Medium Aircraft) runway. Its orientation allows for potential wind-aligned approaches from both easterly (07) and westerly (25) directions, providing operational flexibility based on prevailing wind conditions.

Approach Considerations

With a runway length of 5,741 feet, the airport can accommodate medium-sized aircraft operations. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and utilize the runway alignment that provides the most favorable headwind component for safe takeoff and landing procedures.

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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Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
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.