Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport

FMCH / HAH

Moroni, KM

Last Updated
Jun 18, 06:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 19°C
3 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1018 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMCH 180600Z VRB03KT 9999 FEW020 28/19 Q1018 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 93 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,093 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 3 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 19°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. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 3 to 14 knots.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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

QNH
1018 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1015 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (93 ft)
Pressure Alt
-50 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,532 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.2°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FMCH 180500Z 1806/1912 21013KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 1815/1817 12003KT BECMG 1905/1907 21014KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 210° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 120° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCH
02
20

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
02/20 9,514 ft 148 ft ASP 10° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMCH

2,439 observations | Sep 2025 - Jun 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
93.8%
MVFR
5.3%
IFR
0.7%
LIFR
0.1%

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 93.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 7.3 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 28.3°C (range: 21°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are September, October, June.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 7.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 25 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
5.5%
NE
3%
E
23.7%
SE
21.2%
S
9.9%
SW
18%
W
10.2%
NW
7.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 28.3°C
Range: 21°C to 34°C
21°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

September October June

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 02/20
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.8 kt

Statistics computed from 2,439 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jun 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMCH
IATA Code: HAH
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 93 ft MSL

Location

City: Moroni
Country: KM
Latitude: -11.533700°
Longitude: 43.271900°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 02/20
Length: 9,514 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport

Overview

Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport serves Moroni, the capital of Comoros, located on Grande Comore Island in the Indian Ocean. As the primary international gateway for the country, this medium-sized airport handles regional and international commercial traffic at an elevation of 93 feet above mean sea level.

Flying Conditions

The airport experiences predominantly VFR conditions 90% of the time, with minimal occurrences of instrument flight rules. Temperatures consistently range from 22°C to 33°C, with an average of 29.1°C, creating stable thermal conditions. September through November represent the most favorable VFR months, offering optimal flying conditions.

Notable Features

The single runway 02/20 is 9,514 feet long with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting medium to large aircraft operations. Prevailing winds from the north (0°) average 7.6 knots, with occasional gusts up to 18 knots. The geographical position suggests potential maritime weather influences typical of Indian Ocean island environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 02/20 experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with an average crosswind component of 4.9 knots. Excellent visibility averaging 10 statute miles ensures consistent visual approach capabilities. Pilots can expect predictable wind patterns and high probability of visual meteorological conditions throughout the year.

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.