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Weather Briefing
VFRSnake Bay Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 15 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,500 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
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4,734 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 129° |
↑ 7.5 kt
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↔ 13.0 kt
60° angle
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Snake Bay Airport - Airport Information
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About Snake Bay Airport
Overview
Snake Bay Airport serves the Milikapiti community on Australia's northern coast, located in the Northern Territory. As a medium-sized airport with an elevation of 173 feet above mean sea level, it provides essential transportation infrastructure for the remote region.
Flying Conditions
The airport's tropical location suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of northern Australian coastal environments. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal wind shifts and precipitation patterns that could impact flight operations, particularly during the northern hemisphere's summer and winter transition periods.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (13/31) measuring 4,734 feet with an asphalt surface, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at -11.417674, 130.648481 place it in a coastal area with potential terrain and wind considerations for approaching aircraft.
Approach Considerations
Runway 13/31's orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment during approach, utilizing the full 4,734-foot runway length for safe landing and takeoff operations.
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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