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MVFRSaint Catherine International Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 6 km visibility. Note: This observation is 941.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the west (280°) at 10 knots. Runway 35 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 9-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 6 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 17°C (63°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.
This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 17/35
Active: 35
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6,939 ft | 118 ft | ASP | 171° |
↑ 3.4 kt
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↔ 9.4 kt
70° angle
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Saint Catherine International Airport - Airport Information
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About Saint Catherine International Airport
Overview
Saint Catherine International Airport serves the Saint Catherine region in Egypt, situated in a strategic location near the southern Sinai Peninsula. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 4,402 feet MSL, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding area, supporting regional transportation and potentially tourism-related operations.
Flying Conditions
The high elevation of 4,402 feet MSL will significantly impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods when density altitude increases. Pilots should anticipate potential density altitude challenges that could affect takeoff and landing distances, especially for aircraft operating near their performance limits.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (17/35) with an asphalt surface measuring 6,939 feet in length, which can accommodate medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical coordinates at 28.684601, 34.062681 place it in a mountainous region of the Sinai Peninsula, which implies potential terrain-induced wind variations and potential turbulence during approach and departure.
Approach Considerations
The runway orientation of 17/35 suggests that aircraft will primarily approach from north-to-south or south-to-north, depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios and carefully assess wind direction and speed during pre-flight planning, given the airport's elevated and potentially complex terrain environment.
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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