Bananera Airport

MGBN

Morales, GT

Last Updated
Apr 24, 10:00Z

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Currently using: MGPB
Weather Source: Puerto Barrios Airport (MGPB)
Distance: 21nm / 39km from MGBN

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 23°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
341 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR MGPB 241000Z 00000KT 9999 FEW016 24/23 Q1008 A2977

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 130 ft
FEW 1,600 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,730 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bananera Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 1,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 1,600 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 20:00Z and 00:00Z.

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.

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

QNH
341 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
337 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (130 ft)
Pressure Alt
20,298 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 21,409 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +9.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF MGPB 240500Z 2406/2506 00000KT 9999 SCT016 TX33/2420Z TN22/2412Z BECMG 2408/2410 CAVOK BECMG 2415/2417 04006KT FEW020 TEMPO 2420/2424 SCT020 BECMG 2502/2504 00000KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:22Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
15:00Z BECMG
+4h
VFR 40° 6 kt
20:00Z TEMPO
+9h
VFR

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GBN
09
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
09/27 3,236 ft 33 ft CON 102°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
102° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bananera Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MGBN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 130 ft MSL

Location

City: Morales
Country: GT
Latitude: 15.473500°
Longitude: -88.837196°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+6

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 3,236 ft
Width: 33 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Bananera Airport

Bananera Airport (MGBN) is located in Morales, GT at an elevation of 130 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 3,236 feet.

Airport Overview

Bananera Airport serves Morales in GT. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (09/27) with con surface. The longest runway measures 3,236 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 MGBN, 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.