Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam Airport

FMCI / NWA

Fomboni, KM

Last Updated
Apr 30, 18:00Z

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Currently using: FMCH
Weather Source: Prince Said Ibrahim International Airport (FMCH)
Distance: 54nm / 101km from FMCI

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 4 hours ago
18:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
2 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMCH 301800Z 07002KT 9999 FEW020 27/23 Q1013 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 46 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,046 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam 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 3.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 2 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

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

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 23°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 09:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. 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.

QNH
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1011 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (46 ft)
Pressure Alt
54 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,505 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FMCH 301700Z 3018/0124 09005KT 9999 FEW020 BECMG 0105/0107 21010KT PROB30 TEMPO 0109/0112 4000 TS SHRA FEW020CB BKN030 BECMG 0114/0116 10005KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:42Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
05:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 210° 10 kt
09:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+12h
IFR
Visibility: 4 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MCI
13 ✈️
31

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
4,265 ft 98 ft ASP 123°
1.0 kt 1.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMCI
IATA Code: NWA
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 46 ft MSL

Location

City: Fomboni
Country: KM
Latitude: -12.298100°
Longitude: 43.766399°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 4,265 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam Airport

Overview

Mohéli Bandar Es Eslam Airport serves the island of Mohéli, located in the Comoros archipelago in the Indian Ocean. Situated in Fomboni, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, supporting both commercial and potentially regional aviation operations at its 46-foot mean sea level elevation.

Flying Conditions

Being located in a maritime tropical environment, pilots can expect variable weather conditions typical of Indian Ocean island settings. The airport's positioning at a relatively low elevation suggests potential for humidity and occasional challenging visibility conditions. Wind patterns may significantly influence approach and departure procedures on the 4,265-foot asphalted runway.

Notable Features

The airport's single runway (13/31) offers a moderate length suitable for smaller regional aircraft. Its geographic coordinates at -12.298100, 43.766399 indicate a tropical island location, which may present terrain-related considerations during approach and departure. Pilots should be prepared for potential localized wind shifts and maritime meteorological influences.

Approach Considerations

Runway 13/31's orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges depending on prevailing wind directions. The asphalted runway provides reasonable landing surface conditions, but pilots should anticipate potential variability in local wind patterns due to the island's topography. Standard instrument approach procedures and local meteorological briefing are recommended prior to flight.

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.