Mutare Airport

FVMU / UTA

Mutare, ZW

Last Updated
Apr 24, 16:00Z

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Currently using: FQCH
Weather Source: Chimoio Airport (FQCH)
Distance: 46nm / 86km from FVMU

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 17°C
5 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FQCH 241600Z 12005KT 9999 SCT014 20/17 Q1020

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,410 ft
SCT 1,400 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,810 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mutare Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,400 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 5 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 0-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,400 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 17°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 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light RADZ. There is a 30% probability of MVFR conditions with Light RADZ between 12:00Z and 18:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FQCH 241000Z 2412/2512 17012KT 9999 BKN018 TX22/2413Z TN18/2503Z PROB30 TEMPO 2412/2418 5000 -RADZ SCT010 BECMG 2423/2501 17009KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:22Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 170° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
23:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 170° 9 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
VMU
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
3,117 ft 60 ft MAC 112°
5.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mutare Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FVMU
IATA Code: UTA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,410 ft MSL

Location

City: Mutare
Country: ZW
Latitude: -18.997499°
Longitude: 32.627201°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,117 ft
Width: 60 ft
Surface: MAC
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Mutare Airport

Mutare Airport (FVMU/UTA) is located in Mutare, ZW at an elevation of 3,410 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,117 feet.

Airport Overview

Mutare Airport serves Mutare in ZW. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with mac surface. The longest runway measures 3,117 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 3410 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from FVMU, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

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.