Tôlanaro Airport

FMSD / FTU

Tôlanaro, MG

Last Updated
May 14, 13:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
13:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
19 kt
100° G29 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMSD 141300Z 10019G29KT 9999 FEW020 28/22 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 29 ft
FEW 2,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,029 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tôlanaro Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 19 knots with gusts to 29 knots. Runway 08/26 is favored with a 18-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component (gusting to 10 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

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 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FMSD 141100Z 1412/1512 08012G25KT 9999 SCT020 SCT033
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:26Z BASE
+0h
VFR 80° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MSD
08 ✈️
26

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 08
5,280 ft 98 ft ASP 53°
17.9 kt 6.5 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMSD

5,424 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
95.6%
MVFR
4.1%
IFR
0.3%
LIFR
0%

Tôlanaro Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 95.6% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 12.1 knots. Temperatures typically range between 17°C and 33°C with an average of 25.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are May, September, December.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 12.1 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 1.9%
Direction Distribution:
E
66.4%
N
1%
S
6.4%
W
3.9%
NE
2.7%
NW
4.3%
SE
9.2%
SW
4%

Temperature Range

Average: 25.9°C
Range: 17°C to 33°C
17°C 33°C

Visibility

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

Best Months for VFR

May September December

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 08/26
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 5,424 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tôlanaro Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMSD
IATA Code: FTU
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 29 ft MSL

Location

City: Tôlanaro
Country: MG
Latitude: -25.038099°
Longitude: 46.956100°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 5,280 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tôlanaro Airport

Overview

Tôlanaro Airport serves as a medium-sized airport located at coordinates -25.038099, 46.956100, situated at 29 feet above mean sea level. The airport provides essential aviation infrastructure for the Tôlanaro region, supporting regional transportation and local aviation needs. Its single runway (08/26) extends 5,280 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating a variety of aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tôlanaro are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 95.3% of observations supporting clear flying conditions. The airport experiences consistent easterly winds averaging 12.7 knots, with maximum gusts up to 29 knots and only 2.2% calm periods. Temperature ranges from 17°C to 33°C, with an average of 25.1°C, providing stable atmospheric conditions for most of the year.

Notable Features

The airport's runway (08/26) demonstrates excellent wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind coverage and a minimal average crosswind of 3 knots. Visibility consistently remains excellent, with an average of 10 statute miles and no recorded instances of reduced visibility below 3 miles or fog presence. September, October, and December represent the most consistently favorable flying months for the airport.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should anticipate east-based wind patterns when planning approaches to runway 08/26. The runway's substantial 5,280-foot length provides ample space for most medium-sized aircraft operations. With consistently high visibility and minimal meteorological restrictions, the airport offers predictable and straightforward approach 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.