Union Island International Airport

TVSU / UNI

Union Island, VC

Last Updated
Mar 5, 15:00Z

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Currently using: TVSA
Weather Source: Argyle International Airport (TVSA)
Distance: 37nm / 68km from TVSU

Current Weather

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Fresh 24 min ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
13 kt
40°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1015 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TVSA 051500Z 04013KT 9999 FEW018 27/21 Q1015 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
FEW 1,800 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,816 ft AMSL
QNH
1015 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1014 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
-37 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,407 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TVSA 051100Z 0512/0612 04012KT 9999 SCT018 TEMPO 0512/0514 SHRA BKN015 BKN032
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
15:24Z BASE
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VFR 40° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

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Union Island International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TVSU
IATA Code: UNI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Union Island
Country: VC
Latitude: 12.600135°
Longitude: -61.411945°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

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About Union Island International Airport

Overview

Union Island International Airport serves the small Caribbean island of Union Island, located in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. As a medium-sized airport situated at a low elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical air transportation infrastructure for this island community. The airport supports regional and inter-island aviation connectivity in the southeastern Caribbean region.

Flying Conditions

Caribbean maritime environments typically feature consistent trade winds and potential tropical weather systems. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized wind variations due to the island's topography. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant altitude-related atmospheric complications for arriving and departing aircraft.

Notable Features

Union Island's geographic position presents unique terrain considerations for pilots, with surrounding mountainous landscape potentially influencing local wind patterns and approach dynamics. The airport's coordinates at 12.600135, -61.411945 indicate its location within a complex archipelagic environment that requires careful navigation and situational awareness. Surrounding terrain and coastal proximity will impact standard flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Given the island's location and maritime setting, pilots should prepare for potential crosswind conditions during approach and landing. The airport's low elevation and island setting suggest wind direction may vary rapidly, requiring precise airmanship and continuous environmental assessment. Standard regional Caribbean approach protocols are recommended for safe aircraft handling.

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

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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.