Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport

MUVT / VTU

Las Tunas, CU

Last Updated
Jun 10, 05:50Z

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Currently using: MUHG
Weather Source: Frank Pais International Airport (MUHG)
Distance: 37nm / 68km from MUVT

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
05:50Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
23°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
5 kt
30°
8 km
Visibility
16,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MUHG 100550Z 03005KT 8000 VCFG FEW020 BKN165 23/23 Q1016

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 328 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
BKN 16,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,328 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
16,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
16,828 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 16,500 feet and 8 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 5 knots. Runway 05/23 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 8 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 16500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 23°C (73°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan. Expected weather includes: Mist, Thunderstorm Rain. Temporary LIFR conditions are forecast with Mist between 08:00Z and 12:00Z. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast with Thunderstorm Rain between 19:00Z and 00:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF MUHG 100500Z 1006/1106 VRB04KT 9000 SCT020 TEMPO 1008/1012 1500 BR BECMG 1013/1015 07008KT TEMPO 1019/1024 5000 TSRA FEW018CB BKN020
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
06:16Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 9 km
08:00Z TEMPO
+2h
LIFR
Visibility: 1.5 km
Mist
13:00Z BECMG
+7h
VFR 70° 8 kt

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UVT
05 ✈️
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 05
5,971 ft 148 ft ASP 44°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MUVT
IATA Code: VTU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 328 ft MSL

Location

City: Las Tunas
Country: CU
Latitude: 20.987600°
Longitude: -76.935799°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,971 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport

Overview

Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport serves the Las Tunas province in Cuba, functioning as a medium-sized airport critical for regional transportation. Located at coordinates 20.987600, -76.935799, the airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for eastern Cuba. Its elevation of 328 feet above mean sea level positions it in a relatively low-altitude coastal terrain.

Flying Conditions

As a Caribbean airport, Hermanos Ameijeiras experiences typical tropical maritime weather patterns with potential for rapid atmospheric changes. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind conditions given the airport's single runway orientation of 05/23. The 5,971-foot asphalt runway provides adequate length for most medium-sized aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The airport's geographical positioning in Las Tunas province suggests a terrain characterized by relatively flat coastal landscapes. Its 05/23 runway alignment indicates potential wind exposure from prevailing Caribbean wind patterns. The asphalt runway surface requires standard considerations for tropical climate-related maintenance and potential thermal expansion effects.

Approach Considerations

Approach considerations should prioritize runway 05 or 23 based on current wind vector and direction. With a single runway measuring 5,971 feet, standard medium-airport approach protocols are applicable. Pilots should maintain standard instrument meteorological condition awareness typical of Caribbean regional airports.

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.