Arandis Airport

FYAR / ADI

Arandis, NA

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

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Currently using: FYWB
Weather Source: Walvis Bay Airport (FYWB)
Distance: 36nm / 67km from FYAR

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
12°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
7 kt
50°
1.5 km
Visibility
200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FYWB 230500Z 05007KT 1500 BR OVC002 12/12 Q1012

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,905 ft
OVC 200 ft AGL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,105 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Arandis Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with overcast skies at 200 feet and 1.5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 7 knots. Runway 10/28 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 1.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is very low at 200 feet AGL (overcast), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 12°C (54°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

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

Pilot Recommendations

Current conditions require an instrument rating, IFR-equipped aircraft, and an IFR clearance. Check approach minimums carefully as conditions may be below CAT I ILS minimums. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF FYWB 222200Z 2300/2400 09005KT CAVOK BECMG 2302/2304 01005KT 9999 SCT010 BECMG 2306/2308 01015KT CAVOK BECMG 2311/2313 27008KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: >10km
06:00Z BECMG
+1h
VFR 10° 15 kt
Visibility: >10km
11:00Z BECMG
+6h
VFR 270° 8 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YAR
10 ✈️
28

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 10
6,300 ft 66 ft ASP 81°
4.5 kt 5.4 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Arandis Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FYAR
IATA Code: ADI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,905 ft MSL

Location

City: Arandis
Country: NA
Latitude: -22.461875°
Longitude: 14.979322°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-1

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 6,300 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Arandis Airport

Overview

Arandis Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Namibia at coordinates -22.461875, 14.979322, positioned at an elevation of 1,905 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves the Arandis region, providing essential aviation infrastructure in a strategic location within the country's transportation network.

Flying Conditions

Given the airport's elevation of 1,905 feet MSL, pilots should anticipate moderate density altitude variations that can impact aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods. The airport's high desert location suggests potential for significant temperature fluctuations and potential wind variability along the primary runway 10/28.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (10/28) with an asphalt surface measuring 6,300 feet in length, which provides substantial operational capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic positioning in Namibia suggests potential exposure to regional terrain characteristics, including potential desert or arid landscape influences on local meteorological conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 10/28's extended 6,300-foot length offers pilots considerable runway distance for approach and landing operations. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and utilize the full runway length, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the single runway configuration.

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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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.