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Weather Briefing
VFRRaiatea Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 3 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4000 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums. Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,000 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 23°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. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 07/25
Active: 07
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4,593 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 83° |
↑ 1.9 kt
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↔ 2.3 kt
50° angle
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About Raiatea Airport
Overview
Raiatea Airport serves the island of Raiatea in French Polynesia, located in the South Pacific region. Situated at a low elevation of 3 ft mean sea level, the airport provides essential transportation infrastructure for the local community and regional connectivity. The airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations with its 4,593-foot asphalt runway.
Flying Conditions
Tropical maritime conditions characterize the airport's weather environment, with potential for rapid atmospheric changes typical of Pacific island locations. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized wind variations due to the island's geographic positioning. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant terrain-induced turbulence, but marine layer developments can impact visibility.
Notable Features
The single runway (07/25) is oriented to accommodate prevailing wind patterns in the region. Surrounded by oceanic terrain, the airport presents minimal obstacle interference for approaching and departing aircraft. The asphalt surface provides standard friction characteristics consistent with medium-sized airport infrastructure.
Approach Considerations
Runway 07 and 25 offer symmetric approach options depending on current wind conditions. Given the airport's coastal location, crosswind components should be carefully evaluated during landing operations. Pilots should maintain heightened situational awareness regarding potential localized wind shifts associated with the island's topography.
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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