Zomba Airport

FWZA

Zomba, MW

Last Updated
Jul 4, 16:00Z

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Currently using: FWCL
Weather Source: Chileka International Airport (FWCL)
Distance: 30nm / 55km from FWZA

Current Weather

Display Units
Stale 5 hours ago
16:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
6 kt
160°
9 km
Visibility
2,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1023 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FWCL 041600Z 16006KT 9000 HZ BKN020 22/12 Q1023 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,650 ft
BKN 2,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,650 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Zomba Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,000 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 5.4 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (160°) at 6 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 9 km. The ceiling is 2000 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 12°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

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

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

QNH
1023 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
935 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,650 ft)
Pressure Alt
2,358 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,834 ft
ISA Deviation: +12.3°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
WZA
09 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 09
4,100 ft 55 ft ASP 78°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Zomba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FWZA
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,650 ft MSL

Location

City: Zomba
Country: MW
Latitude: -15.386309°
Longitude: 35.383575°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 4,100 ft
Width: 55 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Zomba Airport

Zomba Airport (FWZA) is located in Zomba, MW at an elevation of 2,650 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (09/27), with the longest at 4,100 feet.

Airport Overview

Zomba Airport serves Zomba in MW. 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 asp surface. The longest runway measures 4,100 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 FWZA, 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.