Fascene Airport

FMNN / NOS

Nosy Be, MG

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 6 hours ago
15:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
--
Temperature
Dewpoint: --
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FMNN 141500Z 00000KT 9999 BKN020 26/// Q1014

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 36 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,036 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Fascene Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 6.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature data is not available.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. IFR conditions are expected to persist or develop. An instrument rating and IFR flight plan are recommended. Expected weather includes: Showers Rain. There is a 30% probability of IFR conditions with Showers Rain between 18:00Z and 02:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF FMNN 141700Z 1418/1518 VRB04KT 9999 BKN020 PROB30 TEMPO 1418/1502 4500 SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
MNN
05
23

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 7,185 ft 148 ft ASP 43°
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
43° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - FMNN

2,668 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.3%
MVFR
21.7%
IFR
0%
LIFR
0.1%

Fascene Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.3% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 0.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NE averaging 4.3 knots. Calm conditions occur 18.5% of the time. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 0°C (range: 0°C to 0°C). The best months for VFR flying are May, September, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NE (45°)
Average Speed: 4.3 kt
Maximum Recorded: 10 kt
Calm Winds: 18.5%
Direction Distribution:
N
16.1%
NE
22.1%
E
2.1%
SE
0.8%
S
6.1%
SW
11.2%
W
13%
NW
10.2%

Temperature Range

Average: 0°C
Range: 0°C to 0°C
0°C 0°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

May September April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.2 kt

Statistics computed from 2,668 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Fascene Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FMNN
IATA Code: NOS
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 36 ft MSL

Location

City: Nosy Be
Country: MG
Latitude: -13.312100°
Longitude: 48.314800°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-3

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 7,185 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Fascene Airport

Overview

Fascene Airport serves Nosy Be, a popular island destination off Madagascar's northwest coast. Located at 36 ft elevation, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation access to this tropical maritime region. The airport supports regional and tourism-related air transportation needs for the Nosy Be area.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Fascene Airport are predominantly visual flight rules (VFR), with 77.1% of observations supporting clear conditions. Winds consistently blow from the northeast at an average of 4.7 knots, with calm periods occurring 12.8% of the time. September, October, and December represent the most favorable months for visual flying, offering optimal meteorological conditions for aircraft operations.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 spans 7,185 feet with an asphalt surface, accommodating medium-sized aircraft. Its geographic positioning at coordinates -13.312100, 48.314800 places the airport in a coastal island environment. The runway experiences favorable wind alignment 100% of the time, with minimal average crosswind of 2.3 knots.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently stable approach conditions with high visibility averages around 10 statute miles. The northeast wind pattern provides predictable approach characteristics, minimizing directional complexity during landing. Runway 05/23 offers reliable wind conditions that support straightforward aircraft handling throughout most operational scenarios.

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.