Union Island International Airport

TVSU / UNI

Union Island, VC

Last Updated
Jul 5, 10:00Z

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Weather Source: Argyle International Airport (TVSA)
Distance: 37nm / 68km from TVSU

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
13 kt
30° G23 kt
10+ km
Visibility
3,200 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR TVSA 051000Z 03013G23KT 9999 VCSH SCT015 BKN032 27/24 Q1014 TEMPO SHRA

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 16 ft
SCT 1,500 ft AGL
BKN 3,200 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,516 ft AMSL
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BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,216 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Union Island International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 3,200 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1.2 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 13 knots with gusts to 23 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 3200 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 24°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 remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (16 ft)
Pressure Alt
-7 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,437 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF TVSA 050500Z 0506/0606 05013KT 9999 SCT018
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 50° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

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Union Island International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: TVSU
IATA Code: UNI
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 16 ft MSL

Location

City: Union Island
Country: VC
Latitude: 12.600135°
Longitude: -61.411945°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+4

Runway Information

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About Union Island International Airport

Overview

Union Island International Airport serves the small Caribbean island of Union Island, located in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. As a medium-sized airport situated at a low elevation of 16 feet above mean sea level, it provides critical air transportation infrastructure for this island community. The airport supports regional and inter-island aviation connectivity in the southeastern Caribbean region.

Flying Conditions

Caribbean maritime environments typically feature consistent trade winds and potential tropical weather systems. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized wind variations due to the island's topography. The airport's low elevation minimizes significant altitude-related atmospheric complications for arriving and departing aircraft.

Notable Features

Union Island's geographic position presents unique terrain considerations for pilots, with surrounding mountainous landscape potentially influencing local wind patterns and approach dynamics. The airport's coordinates at 12.600135, -61.411945 indicate its location within a complex archipelagic environment that requires careful navigation and situational awareness. Surrounding terrain and coastal proximity will impact standard flight operations.

Approach Considerations

Given the island's location and maritime setting, pilots should prepare for potential crosswind conditions during approach and landing. The airport's low elevation and island setting suggest wind direction may vary rapidly, requiring precise airmanship and continuous environmental assessment. Standard regional Caribbean approach protocols are recommended for safe aircraft handling.

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.