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Weather Briefing
VFRMbuji Mayi Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 7.1 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (90°) at 4 knots.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 2,400 ft, few at 2,800 ft (TCU). Caution: towering cumulus clouds reported at 2,800 ft AGL, indicating convective activity in the area.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 16/34
Active: 16
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6,558 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 161° |
↑ 1.4 kt
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↔ 3.8 kt
70° angle
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Weather Statistics - FZWA
190 observations | Feb 2026 - May 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Mbuji Mayi Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 55.3% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 9% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 6.1 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 26.5°C (range: 20°C to 33°C). The best months for VFR flying are April, May, March.
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Statistics computed from 190 METAR observations (Feb 2026 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Mbuji Mayi Airport - Airport Information
Airport Details
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About Mbuji Mayi Airport
Overview
Mbuji Mayi Airport serves the city of Mbuji Mayi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, situated at an elevation of 2,221 feet above mean sea level. As a medium-sized airport, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Kasai Oriental region, supporting both commercial and potentially regional transportation needs. The airport's strategic location offers access to this central area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Flying Conditions
Located near the 6° South latitude, Mbuji Mayi experiences a tropical climate with potential for variable weather conditions that pilots must carefully monitor. The airport's moderate elevation at 2,221 feet can influence aircraft performance, particularly during warmer periods. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and localized weather variations typical of the region's meteorological patterns.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (16/34) measuring 6,558 feet in length, constructed with an asphalt surface suitable for medium-sized aircraft operations. Its geographical coordinates at -6.121240, 23.569000 place it in a terrain that transitions between plateau and potentially undulating landscapes. The runway's orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations during approach and departure procedures.
Approach Considerations
Runway 16/34 provides the primary approach avenue, with its 6,558-foot length accommodating most medium-sized aircraft types. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions given the runway's alignment and the potential for crosswind components. Standard approach procedures should include careful terrain assessment and awareness of the airport's 2,221-foot elevation when calculating performance parameters.
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