Kirundo Airport

HBBO / KRE

Kirundo, BI

Last Updated
Jun 9, 22:00Z

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Currently using: HRYR
Weather Source: Kigali International Airport (HRYR)
Distance: 35nm / 64km from HBBO

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
22:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 15°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1021 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HRYR 092200Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW023 22/15 Q1021 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 4,511 ft
FEW 2,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,811 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kirundo Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 2,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

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

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 2,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 15°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

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
1021 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
871 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (4,511 ft)
Pressure Alt
4,279 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 6,202 ft
ISA Deviation: +16.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HRYR 091700Z 0918/1024 30003KT 9999 SCT025 BECMG 1008/1010 17010KT BECMG 1016/1018 28003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
22:19Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 3 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z BECMG
+10h
VFR 170° 10 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BBO
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 3,281 ft 0 ft grass No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kirundo Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HBBO
IATA Code: KRE
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 4,511 ft MSL

Location

City: Kirundo
Country: BI
Latitude: -2.544772°
Longitude: 30.094575°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,281 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: grass
ILS: No

About Kirundo Airport

Kirundo Airport (HBBO/KRE) is located in Kirundo, BI at an elevation of 4,511 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,281 feet.

Airport Overview

Kirundo Airport serves Kirundo in BI. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 3,281 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Elevation Considerations

The field elevation of 4511 feet requires attention to density altitude during warm weather operations.

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 HBBO, 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.