Bibanga Airport

FZWB

Bibanga, CD

Last Updated
May 14, 15:00Z

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Currently using: FZWA
Weather Source: Mbuji Mayi Airport (FZWA)
Distance: 24nm / 44km from FZWB

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
15:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
4 kt
90°
9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1010 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR FZWA 141500Z 09004KT 9000 SCT024 FEW028TCU 33/18 Q1010 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,953 ft
SCT 2,400 ft AGL
FEW 2,800 ft AGL (TCU)
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
2,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,353 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (TCU)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,753 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bibanga Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 2,400 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 1.9 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.

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

QNH
1010 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
912 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (2,953 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,051 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 5,920 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +23.9°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ZWB
07
25 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 07/25
Active: 25
2,051 ft 0 ft Dirt
3.8 kt 1.4 kt
160° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bibanga Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: FZWB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,953 ft MSL

Location

City: Bibanga
Country: CD
Latitude: -6.253360°
Longitude: 23.945979°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 07/25
Length: 2,051 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: Dirt
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bibanga Airport

Bibanga Airport (FZWB) is located in Bibanga, CD at an elevation of 2,953 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (07/25), with the longest at 2,051 feet.

Airport Overview

Bibanga Airport serves Bibanga in CD. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (07/25) with dirt surface. The longest runway measures 2,051 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 FZWB, 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.