Lake Manyara Airport

HTLM / LKY

Lake Manyara National Park, TZ

Last Updated
May 14, 16:00Z

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Currently using: HTAR
Weather Source: Arusha Airport (HTAR)
Distance: 49nm / 90km from HTLM

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 37 min ago
16:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
6 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HTAR 141600Z 11006KT 9999 SCT026 20/16 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,150 ft
SCT 2,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,750 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Lake Manyara Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 6 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 16°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.

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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
883 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,150 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,918 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,514 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF HTAR 140500Z 1406/1506 13010KT 9999 BKN024 BECMG 1410/1413 BKN028 FEW030CB BECMG 1414/1417 FEW026
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
16:36Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 130° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,400 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
TLM
12 ✈️
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 12
4,003 ft 66 ft BIT 119°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Lake Manyara Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HTLM
IATA Code: LKY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,150 ft MSL

Location

City: Lake Manyara National Park
Country: TZ
Latitude: -3.376310°
Longitude: 35.818298°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 4,003 ft
Width: 66 ft
Surface: BIT
ILS: No

About Lake Manyara Airport

Overview

Lake Manyara Airport serves the Lake Manyara National Park region in Tanzania, providing critical access to this renowned wildlife conservation area. Located at an elevation of 4,150 feet mean sea level, the airport supports tourism, conservation, and regional transportation needs in northern Tanzania.

Flying Conditions

The airport's high-altitude location at 4,150 ft MSL means pilots should anticipate performance considerations typical of elevated terrain, including reduced aircraft performance and potential density altitude challenges. Situated near the equator, the region experiences relatively consistent temperatures with minimal seasonal extreme variations.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (12/30) measuring 4,003 feet long, constructed of bituminous surface (BIT). Its geographic positioning near Lake Manyara places the airport in a terrain environment characterized by varied topography, including potential thermal and wind gradient conditions associated with nearby landscape features.

Approach Considerations

Runway 12/30 provides directional flexibility for landing and takeoff, with orientation that may accommodate prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and obstacle assessments, paying particular attention to the elevated airport elevation and potential local wind behaviors typical of the Lake Manyara geographic region.

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

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.