Berbera Airport

HCMI / BBO

Berbera, SO

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Berbera Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HCMI
IATA Code: BBO
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 30 ft MSL

Location

City: Berbera
Country: SO
Latitude: 10.385035°
Longitude: 44.936723°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 13,582 ft
Width: 164 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Berbera Airport

Overview

Berbera Airport serves the coastal city of Berbera in Somaliland, situated along the Gulf of Aden. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 30 ft MSL, it provides critical infrastructure for regional transportation and potential military/humanitarian operations in the Horn of Africa region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location suggests potential for variable wind conditions and maritime weather influences. With its low elevation and proximity to the Gulf of Aden, pilots should anticipate potential marine layer formations and wind shifts, particularly during seasonal transition periods.

Notable Features

The airport features a single substantial runway (05/23) measuring 13,582 feet in length, constructed with asphalt surface. Its extensive runway length provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements, accommodating both civilian and potential military aircraft movements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23 offers a significant linear approach corridor, with orientation suggesting potential crosswind scenarios dependent on prevailing maritime wind patterns. Pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight wind assessments and be prepared for potential lateral wind component interactions given the runway's geographical positioning.

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

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.