South Bimini Airport

MYBS / BIM

South Bimini, BS

Last Updated
May 15, 07:53Z

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Currently using: KFLL
Weather Source: Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (KFLL)
Distance: 53nm / 98km from MYBS

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 52 min ago
07:53Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
24°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
260°
10 SM
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1013 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KFLL 150753Z 26006KT 10SM FEW075 24/20 A2991 RMK AO2 SLP127 T02440200

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 10 ft
FEW 7,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
7,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,510 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

South Bimini Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 7,500 feet and 10 SM visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (260°) at 6 knots. Runway 27 is favored with a 6-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 10 SM. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 7,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 24°C (75°F) with a dewpoint of 20°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

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
1013 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (10 ft)
Pressure Alt
18 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,100 ft
ISA Deviation: +9.0°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF KFLL 150520Z 1506/1612 VRB04KT P6SM FEW040 FM151600 10010KT P6SM FEW040 SCT060 FM160200 VRB04KT P6SM FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
08:44Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 4 kt
Visibility: >6SM
16:00Z FM151600
+8h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: >6SM

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
YBS
09
27 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 09/27
Active: 27
5,409 ft 100 ft ASP 90°
5.9 kt 1.0 kt
10° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

South Bimini Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: MYBS
IATA Code: BIM
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 10 ft MSL

Location

City: South Bimini
Country: BS
Latitude: 25.699900°
Longitude: -79.264702°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 09/27
Length: 5,409 ft
Width: 100 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About South Bimini Airport

Overview

South Bimini Airport serves the Bahamian island of South Bimini, located in the western Bahamas approximately 50 miles east of Miami, Florida. As a medium-sized airport with a single 5,409-foot asphalted runway, it provides critical aviation access to this small but strategically positioned island in the Caribbean region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's low elevation of 10 feet mean sea level indicates minimal terrain variations and typically stable atmospheric conditions. Being situated in the Atlantic hurricane zone, pilots should anticipate potential seasonal weather fluctuations, particularly during the June through November hurricane season that can significantly impact regional flying conditions.

Notable Features

South Bimini's runway orientation of 09/27 suggests the airport is aligned with predominant regional wind patterns. The island's coastal location means pilots can expect potential maritime meteorological influences, including sea breezes, variable wind conditions, and potential visibility challenges from marine layer developments.

Approach Considerations

With a single runway configuration, pilots should carefully assess wind direction and strength when planning approaches to runway 09 or 27. The airport's proximity to ocean environments requires standard maritime navigational awareness, particularly regarding potential wind shear and localized atmospheric changes typical of island airports.

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.