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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRTanga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,900 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 4486.8 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,900 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
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4,160 ft | 102 ft | ASP | 62° |
↑ 0.7 kt
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↔ 3.9 kt
80° angle
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Tanga Airport - Airport Information
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About Tanga Airport
Overview
Tanga Airport serves the coastal city of Tanga in northeastern Tanzania, providing critical regional aviation infrastructure. Located at coordinates -5.092360, 39.071201, this medium-sized airport supports local transportation and regional connectivity in the northern Tanzanian coastal region.
Flying Conditions
Situated at 129 feet above mean sea level, Tanga Airport experiences typical coastal tropical weather conditions with potential humidity and visibility variations. Pilots should anticipate potential maritime meteorological influences due to the airport's proximity to the Indian Ocean coastline.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (06/24) measuring 4,160 feet in length with an asphalt surface. Its moderate elevation and coastal location suggest potential wind variability and the need for careful wind assessment during approach and landing operations.
Approach Considerations
Runway 06/24 provides the primary approach avenue, with the runway orientation suggesting potential crosswind considerations during landing. Pilots should carefully evaluate wind direction and runway alignment, using standard techniques for managing potential crosswind components on the 4,160-foot asphalt surface.
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.
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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.