Bibanga Airport

FZWB

Bibanga, CD

Last Updated
Jul 18, 06:00Z

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Currently using: FZWA
Weather Source: Mbuji Mayi Airport (FZWA)
Distance: 24nm / 44km from FZWB

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 202 hours ago
06:00Z

☀️ Day
LIFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
4 kt
20°
0.5 km
Visibility
300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1017 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FZWA 180600Z 02004KT 0500 FG BKN003 18/114 Q1017 BECMG 1500 BR

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,953 ft
BKN 300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,253 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

LIFR

Bibanga Airport is currently reporting low IFR (LIFR) conditions with broken clouds at 300 feet and 0.5 km visibility. Note: This observation is 202 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is severely reduced to 0.5 km, likely due to fog, mist, or precipitation. Special VFR or an IFR clearance may be required. The ceiling is very low at 300 feet AGL (broken), well below circling minimums at most airports.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

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.

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

QNH
1017 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
919 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,953 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,841 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,550 ft
ISA Deviation: +5.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZWB
07 ✈️
25

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
2,051 ft 0 ft Dirt
2.6 kt 3.1 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bibanga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FZWB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,953 ft MSL

Location

City: Bibanga
Country: CD
Latitude: -6.253360°
Longitude: 23.945979°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,051 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Dirt
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bibanga Airport

Bibanga Airport (FZWB) is located in Bibanga, CD at an elevation of 2,953 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 2,051 feet.

Airport Overview

Bibanga Airport serves Bibanga in CD. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with dirt surface. The longest runway measures 2,051 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 FZWB, 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.