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Weather Briefing
VFRGirua Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 30,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 51.7 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the southeast (140°) at 14 knots. Runway 21 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 13-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 30,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Forecast Outlook
The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. The forecast shows a transition between VFR and IFR conditions. Pilots should monitor the forecast closely and have an alternate airport plan.
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.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 03/21
Active: 21
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5,485 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 38° |
↑ 4.8 kt
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↔ 13.2 kt
70° angle
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About Girua Airport
Overview
Girua Airport serves the Popondetta region in Papua New Guinea, functioning as a medium-sized airport critical for transportation in Oro Province. Located at coordinates -8.804540, 148.309006, the airport provides essential connectivity for the local area at an elevation of 311 feet above mean sea level.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation of 311 ft MSL suggests a relatively low-altitude environment typical of coastal Papua New Guinea. Pilots should anticipate potential tropical weather variations common to the region, with potential rapid changes in visibility and precipitation.
Notable Features
The airport features a single asphalt runway (03/21) with a substantial length of 5,485 feet, suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographic position near the coast implies potential wind variations and localized terrain effects that pilots should carefully assess during pre-flight planning.
Approach Considerations
Runway 03/21's orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing wind conditions. Pilots should conduct thorough terrain and wind assessments, paying close attention to the runway's asphalt surface and the surrounding topographical characteristics of the Popondetta region.
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