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Hawassa International Airport - Airport Information
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About Hawassa International Airport
Overview
Hawassa International Airport serves the city of Hawassa in southern Ethiopia, situated at a significant elevation of 5,450 feet mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the region, connecting Hawassa to other Ethiopian and international destinations.
Flying Conditions
Located near 7.1°N latitude, the airport experiences tropical highland climate conditions typical of Ethiopia's rift valley region. Pilots should anticipate potential variations in density altitude due to the high elevation, which can significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods of the day.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (01/19) with a substantial length of 9,843 feet, constructed with asphalt surface. Its geographic coordinates at 7.099869°N, 38.396187°E position the airport in a terrain that transitions between highland plateaus and rift valley landscapes, which can create unique local wind and thermal conditions.
Approach Considerations
The single runway (01/19) provides flexibility for approach and departure directions based on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully calculate performance parameters, considering the airport's elevated position and potential atmospheric variations that could affect aircraft handling and lift characteristics.
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